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Senior Plant Manager

Milwaukee, Wisconsin Permanent USD150,000 - USD180,000 per year View Job Description
This is a unique opportunity to lead a Milwaukee manufacturing operation with full ownership and direct visibility to the CEO. Overseeing Operations, Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain, this leader will have the autonomy to build scalable systems, develop high-performing teams, improve plant performance, and drive lasting impact within a growing organization investing heavily in its future.
  • Company investing heavily back into the business, making upgrades to technology
  • Organization is growing and expanding into new markets

About Our Client

Our client is a respected industry leader with a long-standing reputation for excellence and a diverse customer portfolio. They offer a stable, growth-oriented environment, a collaborative leadership team, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while helping shape the next stage of operational success.

Job Description

  • Manage operational budgets and maintain accountability for P&L performance
  • Build a culture of accountability, teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence
  • Establish and track KPIs focused on safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity
  • Provide overall leadership for the plant, overseeing Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Planning, and other key functional areas.
  • Drive operational performance initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, customer satisfaction, and profitability.
  • Develop and mentor leaders across the organization while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
  • Partner with executive leadership to execute strategic initiatives, support growth objectives, and ensure the plant meets both short- and long-term business goals.
  • Lead process improvement efforts, optimize manufacturing performance, and ensure efficient cross-functional collaboration throughout the operation.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field
  • 5+ years of Plant Leadership with multiple functions, including production, engineering, Quality, maintenance, safety, and supply chain
  • Experience with metal fabrication and/or CNC machining (stamping, presses, laser, mills/lathes, or similar processes)
  • A strong track record of improving plant performance through lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Experience managing budgets, financial performance, and P&L responsibilities
  • Ability to influence at all levels of the organization and drive execution
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.
  • Sponsorship not provided

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $180,000.
  • Bonus opportunity based on performance and site metrics
  • Flexible PTO based on experience
  • 401k program with employer match
  • Full health, medical, dental
Contact
Ben Aldrich
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7126853

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
General Management
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Where
Milwaukee
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Ben Aldrich
Job Reference
JN-102026-7126853
 

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