Assistant Plant Manager

Job Summary:

Are you ready to advance your career and become an integral part of a dedicated and industrious plant management team within a dynamic work environment? If you have a passion for guiding and nurturing your colleagues while fostering a positive workspace, the role of Assistant Plant Manager might be the perfect fit for you.

Reporting to the Plant Director, you will play a crucial role in overseeing department operations, contributing to strategic development, and providing functional guidance to supervisors. This position requires hands-on involvement in production processes, troubleshooting, and project enhancement, offering an excellent opportunity to lead continuous improvement efforts and contribute significantly to sustainable and profitable growth.

The individual in this position will have a unique opportunity to collaborate closely with the Director for the Plant, contributing to the strategic vision and operational excellence of the facility. Working in tandem with the director, this role entails a hands-on involvement in various aspects of plant management, providing a comprehensive understanding of the organization's goals and processes. Moreover, this position carries the significant prospect of officially transitioning into the lead management role for the plant in May 2025, contingent upon the individual's demonstration of strong performance. This transition underscores the value placed on the incumbent's contributions and signifies a pivotal step in their professional growth within the organization. As a pivotal player in the plant's leadership, the individual will be entrusted with key responsibilities, shaping the trajectory of the plant's success and contributing to its long-term objectives.

 Job Responsibilities:

• Direct all operations and production activities in alignment with the business plan of Global Supply Chain and the strategic objectives of the Company and its business units.
• Collaborate with the Operations Manager to establish strategic goals and vision for the site, as well as short- and long-term production objectives.
• Manage the overall production plan, overseeing day-to-day operations and implementation.
• Work with functional area managers to determine material, space, equipment, and personnel requirements. Develop and implement processes, procedures, assignments, and execute functional responsibilities within budget constraints.
• Evaluate performance against production goals and adjust resource allocations (personnel, equipment, materials) to optimize quality, quantity, market share, service quality, and operational cost-efficiency.
• Initiate engineering projects and new product launches.
• Lead Lean Improvement projects and act as the liaison between Lean Improvement personnel and their respective groups.
• Manage direct reports, assign work, provide coaching and training, set goals, conduct performance evaluations, plan staff development, and make people management decisions in collaboration with management and HR.

 Minimum Required Skills / Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; Technical and/or Finance discipline strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant manufacturing work experience.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, delivering results with minimal guidance.
• Demonstrated proficiency in applying MS Excel and other analysis tools to real-world problem-solving.
• Flexibility, innovation, and comfort in setting priorities.
• Good understanding of Lean manufacturing principles.

Preferred Skills /Experience:

• Green Belt Certification preferred, and an MBA is highly desired.

KEY COMPETENCIES

Behavioral Competencies – Common to all Motus Positions

• Integrity – Iron clad. Does not ethically cut corners.  Earns trust of co-workers.  Puts organization above self-interests
• Energy/Drive – Exhibits high level of energy and ability to energize others. Strong desire to achieve, high dedication level.  Gets Results. Recognizes excellence in the efforts and work of others. Enjoys seeing others succeed.  Ability to energize and motivate others.  Has a positive ‘can do’ attitude
• Customer Focus – Monitors internal and external client satisfaction. Establishes partner relationships with clients. Visible and accessible to clients. Focuses on partnerships with customers, suppliers and communities
• Change Leader - Embraces change. Communicates needs during periods of change. Actively intervenes to create & energize positive change. Leads by example
• Assertive/Edge – Ability to take a forceful stand on issues without being excessively abrasive. Able to challenge tactfully
• Execution – Likes to be challenged and can work through tough tasks and execute on stretch goals to move the organization forward
• Teamwork: Supports environment that encourages teamwork, cooperation and collaboration
• Interpersonal Communication: Is respectful when interacting with others. Shares information freely in all direction
• Problem-solving/Decision-making: Works cooperatively within teams to solve problems. Works cooperatively across teams to solve problems
• Personal Development: Continually learning and growing. Seeks out and uses personal feedback
• Innovator: Takes initiative. Encourages risk-taking in pursuit of continuous improvement
• Flexible - Embraces change. Communicates needs during periods of change  

Motus Integrated Technologies is a rapidly growing, half a million-dollar global manufacturer of high-performance headliners, interior trim and fiber solution products for the global automotive market. Headquartered in Holland Michigan, Motus operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in North America (U.S. and Mexico), Europe, and Asia with over 20 entities worldwide.  Motus is a portfolio company of Atlas Holdings, an industrial holding company headquartered in Greenwich, CT.

Motus Integrated Technologies offers a competitive compensation and benefits package (including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, Rx, life insurance, disability coverage, 401K and Company match, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement eligibility, etc.)

 Motus is an Equal Opportunity Employer