Plant General Manager directs, manages, and optimizes a plant or production facility's overall operations and financial performance (P&L). Sets policies and procedures that guide plant operations' productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. Being a Plant General Manager systematically collects operational metrics to analyze productivity and set performance targets to meet revenue and cost goals. Supports the development and deployment of manufacturing practices focused on quality and continuous improvement. Additionally, Plant General Manager ensures robust plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures are implemented to meet OSHA and other required regulations. Leads labor relations negotiations and engages with union leadership involving plant operations. Oversees multi-functional plant teams including finance, engineering, materials, quality assurance, and human resources. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, finance or equivalent. Typically reports to senior management. The Plant General Manager manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Plant General Manager typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Production Planning:
- Develop comprehensive production plans based on customer orders, inventory levels, and production capacity.
- Coordinate with sales, procurement, and production teams to ensure alignment between demand forecasts and production schedules.
- Continuously monitor and adjust production plans to optimize resource utilization and meet customer delivery deadlines.
Resource Allocation:
- Allocate manpower, equipment, and materials efficiently to support production schedules.
- Work closely with the procurement team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.
- Anticipate and resolve resource constraints to minimize production disruptions.
Schedule Management:
- Create and maintain production schedules, ensuring adherence to lead times and delivery commitments.
- Monitor production progress and address any deviations from the plan promptly.
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to prioritize production activities and resolve scheduling conflicts.
Quality Assurance:
- Collaborate with the quality control team to establish and maintain quality standards for wire harness products.
- Implement procedures for inspecting, testing, and certifying products at various stages of the production process.
- Take corrective actions to address quality issues and prevent recurrence.
Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and efficiency improvements within the production workflow.
- Lead or participate in cross-functional teams to implement best practices and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyze production data and metrics to evaluate performance against targets and identify areas for enhancement.
Communication and Collaboration:
- Facilitate clear communication and collaboration among production, engineering, quality, and other relevant departments.
- Provide regular updates on production status, performance metrics, and potential risks to senior management.
- Foster a culture of teamwork, accountability, and continuous learning within the production team.
Qualification:
- Must be fluent in Spanish and English
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field (preferred).
- Proven experience in production planning, scheduling, and resource management, financial planning, accounting preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Wire harness industry and contract manufacturing experience are preferred.
- Willingness to travel daily to the manufacturing facility in Mexico, with the ability to manage responsibilities effectively across locations.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in using software tools for production planning and scheduling.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across borders and cultural differences.
- Familiarity with quality management systems and continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) is advantageous.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities while ensuring operational excellence.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
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Work Location: Hybrid remote in El Paso, TX 79915
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