Job Description

Job Description

An international automotive parts manufacturing company is actively seeking a Assistant Plant Manager who has experience in engineering management in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities of Assistant Plant Manager

• Monitor general direction of the plant and provide business plan, strategies, plant budget, etc
• Manage team of department managements for all production functions from safety, cost-effective, and production-effective perspectives
• Oversee the current production performance and facilitate kaizen projects
• Ensure compliance with all IATF, ISO requirements, as well as federal, state, local regulations
• Manage and coordinate production lines, communicate with production management team
• Ensure the plant follows established systems, procedures, methods, and controls
• Monitor customer releases and production schedules to maximize efficiency and timely delivery of products
• Plan and direct production activities based on weekly requirements
• Perform preventive maintenance checks and 5S practices
• Assist in resolution of production issues involving vendors, customers, quality representatives, and other personnel
• Assist with business plan and operations budget
• Maintain a safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications of Assistant Plant Manager

• 5-7 years of experience in plant management
• 10+ years of experience in automotive parts manufacturing plant
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field or equivalent experience or equivalent experience
• Strong leadership skills in a team environment and skills to bring a positive atmosphere to the team
• Ability to be flexible to work effectively with a wide variety of people and to work responsibly and effectively in a multicultural environment
• Excellent communication (Speaking, Writing, Reading, Listening) and presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task and perform duties time efficiently
• Team-worker, Detail-oriented, Responsible, Punctual, Self-motivated
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel
• While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

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