Job Description

Description

Plant Manager – JTEKT Column Systems NA

 300 Albers Road Bronson, MI 49028 

Reporting Relationship

Reports directly to the President.

Purpose

Dual role as:

• JCSNA Director: Drives strategic vision, stakeholder engagement, leadership, and performance evaluation.
• Plant Manager: Oversees all plant operations—production, quality, personnel, and engineering—to meet customer demands efficiently and cost-effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop skilled teams using advanced manufacturing techniques.
• Manage production control, quality assurance, and compliance with customer and regulatory standards.
• Develop budgets, safety programs, cost reduction initiatives, and quality policies.
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and support new product launches.
• Represent the company positively with customers, vendors, and external organizations.

Performance Metrics

• Strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making.
• 100% delivery and quality compliance.
• Zero lost-time accidents.
• Budget adherence and year-over-year cost improvements.
• Staff motivation and development.

Supervisory Scope

• Direct: Engineering, Quality, Production Control, and Operations Managers.
• Indirect: Customers, corporate departments, community officials, and trade organizations.

Work Environment

Professional office setting with standard equipment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma; Bachelor’s in Organizational Management, Engineering, or equivalent.
• Experience with JIT, Kanban, cellular manufacturing, MAPICS, and automotive standards.
• Knowledge of metalworking, robotics, inventory management, and safety programs.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Proven track record of achieving goals and managing change.
• Understanding of Japanese manufacturing practices.

Physical Demands

• Regular use of computers and office equipment.
• Occasional lifting (up to 32 lbs), standing, and manual tasks.

Work Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, with extended hours and possible weekends.

Travel

Required to customer and corporate sites.

Additional Notes

• Responsibilities may change without notice.
• Equal opportunity employer; accommodations available for individuals with disabilities.

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Requirements

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Organizational Management, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
• Proven record of achieving operational and strategic goals

Technical and Operational Knowledge

• Experience with Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing
• Familiarity with cellular manufacturing and Kanban systems
• Proficiency in MAPICS manufacturing systems
• Understanding of automotive quality standards (e.g., Q1)
• Knowledge of automotive safety standards (e.g., FMVSS)
• Strong background in metalworking, including assembly welding, robotics, and machining
• Inventory management expertise, including inventory turns and cost control

Leadership and Management Skills

• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
• Experience operating in a non-union manufacturing environment
• Strong team-building and employee engagement skills
• Ability to manage plant safety programs and quality improvement initiatives
• Skilled in implementing scrap reduction and cost-saving programs

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external partners

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with sound decision-making capabilities
• Flexible and adaptable to innovation and change
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• High level of personal integrity and professionalism
• Performs well under pressure and in fast-paced environments
• Familiarity with Japanese manufacturing principles is a plus

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