Plant Manager

Set Your Future IN MOTION

Manitou is purposefully committed to you, its people. We continue to elevate our success based on a “One United Team” focus that enables our purpose-driven and agile work environment. We pride ourselves in fostering a work-life balance that allows flexibility in people's day-to-day lives. In an era when talent is in-demand, you will find an unwavering commitment to your personal and professional growth.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY CULTURE:

As a worldwide leader in handling, access platforms and earthmoving equipment, Manitou Group’s mission is to improve working conditions, safety and performance throughout the world, while preserving people and their environment. We design, manufacture, distribute and service products and solutions for the material handling, access equipment and compact earthmoving activities that work smarter, safer and reliably while delivering value to our customers.  Our high-profile brands include Manitou and Gehl, and we are proud of our network of 1,050 dealers throughout the world.  With sales in 140 countries, our team of 4,500 people are committed to delivering exceptional customer satisfaction.  We operate in more than 30 global locations to ensure proximity to our customers and services tailored to their needs.

Manitou continues on the forefront of innovation driving the green transition while also streamlining our operations guided by our customer-centric “New Horizons” roadmap. We are committed to providing safety and unique customer experiences worldwide. In sharing the same mission and values, our workforce remains engaged and passionate about what we manufacture and services we provide.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:

The Plant Manager will oversee and be responsible for all daily manufacturing operations at the facility, including but not limited to, managing, directing and coordinating plant operations, and ensuring all policies, regulations, and procedures are followed, and promoting a safe work environment.  This individual will ensure achievement of company objectives by delegating authority to key supervisors in production, production control, shipping, materials, and other related operations.

The main missions are:

• Ensuring employee and workplace safety;
• Planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations;
• Increasing production, asset capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards;
• Responsibility for production output, product quality and on-time delivery.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production

• Develop and implement policies and systems of continuous improvement in safety, quality, productivity, on-time delivery, engineering and cost control. Determine and implement appropriate operational corrective actions when necessary.
• Propose and implement the quality plan compatible to support the Compact Articulated Loader Product Unit (CAL PU) strategy.
• Manage ISO 9001 compliance.
• Participate in monthly planning sessions (Sales Inventory & Operation Planning – SIOP).
• Coordinate the implementation of manufacturing schedules based on sales requirements and plant capacity. Monitor production and procurement activities to eliminate delays and ensure adherence to production and shipping schedules. Provide the methods and means to implement the monthly plan.
• Participate in organizational development to ensure appropriate and adequate utilization of labor, machinery and equipment and will take appropriate action to implement necessary changes.
• Manage the performance review (QCD).
• Participate in strategic monthly meetings Customer Satisfaction Committee (CSC), New Product Development (NPD).

Methods and Means

• Based on Division guidelines, propose an operating budget, capital and workforce. Monitor and ensure adherence.
• Responsible for maintaining the first level as defined by the Maintenance Manager Site.
• Responsible for short-term methods (tools, facilities ...) and medium term (change in rates of new products ...)
• Responsible for authorization / release to manufacturing.
• Involved in decisions on major projects (Core Business Industry) and validation of the various project milestones.

Management and Communication

• Lead Managers of Production Shop Floor as well as other employees.
• Set goals for the entire team.
• Ensure the recruitment of qualified employees.
• Ensure and promote effective corporate communications
• Develop employee training programs and oversee training implementation.
• Establish and maintain a constructive dialogue with management and staff.
• Ensure annual performance review
• Recommend and validate wage adjustments.

Safety and Environment

• Ensure employee safety within the workplace and in the production and assembly activities.
• Act as the primary contact on matters relating to workplace environmental conditions.
• Oversee the development of the Health, Safety and Environmental plan and ensure its implementation.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 10+ years of progressively responsible experience managing manufacturing in a heavy-industrial environment.
• Strong background in Lean Manufacturing to include: Process flow, 5s, inventory reduction, Six Sigma and value stream mapping.
• Operational knowledge of Production methods (Kanban, 5S, Hoshin, TPM, ERP)
• Previous experience with budgets and strategic planning.
• 10 years team management experience.

EXPERTISE:

• Possess strong organizational, planning, and time management skills,
• Effectively prioritize multiple tasks to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Process and continuous improvement orientation (Problem Solving Process)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and facilitation skills to lead and influence a team.
• Ability to manage a complex network in a matrixed organization
• Experience in multi-site environment

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Experience

INTERNAL & EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS:

• Internal: Compact Articulated Loader Product Unit (CAL PU) staff, R&D, Supply Chain, Finance, MHA (VP PU, Sourcing, Quality…)
• External: Suppliers, Customers, contractors.

LOCALIZATION AND TRAVEL EXPECTED:

• This position is located in Madison, SD.
• Domestic and international travel up to 10%.

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OUR REWARDS & RECOGNITION:
In addition to an inclusive compensation package, we offer a comprehensive benefits program, including: Medical/Dental/Vision, 401k including employer match, tuition reimbursement, community-oriented volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year, and so much more! See for yourself why Forbes ranked Manitou within the top 125 for World’s Best Employers.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.  
Equal Opportunity Employer