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Plant Manager- Automobile

Cesna Recruitment
Cusseta, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/6/2026

  • Production & Program Management: Ensure assembly lines meet customer delivery schedules, support new product launches (APQP), and maintain inventory control.
  • Quality Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to automotive standards including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.
  • Safety & EHS: Cultivate a workplace safety culture, chair EHS steering committees, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.
  • Continuous Improvement: Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, optimize processes, and boost plant profitability.
  • Leadership: Manage direct reports (department managers, supervisors) and oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for the workforce.

Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
  • Experience: 20 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 15 years in a dedicated Automotive Plant Manager or Operations Manager role.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP/MES systems (e.g.,SAP) and a working knowledge of advanced automation/digital integration. Review, analyze, and distribute the result of previous year annual production plan and achievement report. Establish next year annual production plan


ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible and authorized to supervise all production department employees in case of emergency or contingency.


Personal Characteristics:

1. Teamwork oriented.

2. Proactive planning.

3. Quality mindset.


Organizational Relationships:

1. Advises, consults, and coordinates with:

a. Each department Heads.

b. Production Managers.

c. Team leaders and members.



Benefits


Comprehensive health insurance, 401K, PTO, Sick days, Company perks

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