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What they do
A Production Plant Manager directs work and resources needed for a manufacturing production process. Plans and manages production work that meets cost, quality and quantity specifications for a company or project.
$109,072 / year median in Illinois
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Plant Manager Adient US LLC vision insurance, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Illinois, Normal Sep 01, 2026 JOB
DESCRIPTION
Summary:
The Plant Manager leads and directs all plant activities, is responsible for meeting production schedules and producing a product in accordance with customer requirements while achieving the plant financial targets.
Specific Duties:
Establishes goals, objectives and guidelines covering all phases of plant operations and staff activities to maintain a safe, efficient, functional, operational and profitable plant.
Drives performance to achieve financial and operational targets
Communicates across the organization to ensure attainment to targets and successful launches
Engages the hourly workforce through continuous improvement actions to ensure all employees are involved in the business.
Directs, guides and motivates immediate subordinates in attainment of projected goals and objectives to increase operational efficiency.
Ensures compliance with all corporate communications, adheres to and promotes HSE & E policies and procedures.
Leads activities to ensure a continuous improvement culture is established in the plant. Leads and manages, the plant continuous improvement operations around safety, quality, efficiency, and/or financials.
Communicates with customers and suppliers to identify/resolve concerns on an as needed basis.
Positive Employee and Labor Relations
Ensure that material released from this facility has achieved the highest quality standard possible.
Plans and forecasts plant requirements with respect to equipment, manpower, materials and facilities to establish budgets for labor and materials.
Maintains contact with civic and business leaders in the community relations and to improve the Plant's local image by participation in organizations with company interests.
All other tasks as assigned
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in industrial management, engineering, or business administration.
8 to 10 years of experience in manufacturing to include at least 5 years in a leadership role
Solid leadership skills
Strong written, verbal, and communication skills.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Good decision maker
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification in Lean; prefer
Green Belt Pay Range:
$185,000.00 - $210,000.00
Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
Disability
Life and AD&D Insurance
401k
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
PRIMARY LOCATION
Normal