Plant Manager

North Star Staffing Solutions

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Winona, MN, us on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted February 23, 2026 Last posted February 23, 2026
Job description

Tier 1 Automotive Supplier and Industry Leader

As the site leader, the Plant Manager is responsible for driving the P&L of the facility through operational excellence and contemporary tools (Lean/Six Sigma) as well as creating a motivating culture and teamwork environment. 

This position is responsible for the leadership and performance of the business and will execute the strategic operational functions of the facility, as well as:

• Lead, apply, and teach lean manufacturing processes and diagnostic metrics

• Participate in business development calls on existing and potential customers

• Provide coaching to other leaders so that they may effectively assist in business operations and management efforts 

• Drive to improve the business performance of key service lines  

• Identify, lead, and execute on key business process initiatives in order to support operational performance 

• Monitor legislative activity and anticipate business impact 

• Monitor product / technology / industry trends and anticipate business impact 

• Identify and execute on key training areas for local leadership and professional teams 

• Identify and track all key performance and operations metrics for the facility

• Develop and manage business plans with particular focus on operational efficiencies, margin cultivation, and facility income

• Aggressively pursue material and expense reduction

  • Bachelors degree
  • 7 + years of manufacturing experience
  • 3+ years of administrative/operational supervisory experience
  • Self-Starter and driven
  • Strong communication skills
  • Lean/Six Sigma knowledge 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

About this role

Summary

Lead manufacturing operations, implement lean/Six Sigma, improve performance, manage teams, drive efficiency.

Job title

Plant Manager

Experience level

7+ years manufacturing, 3+ years supervisory

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Winona, MN, US; on-site; no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

bachelors degreemanufacturingsupervisoryleanSix Sigmacommunication

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

lean manufacturingoperationsbusiness developmentperformance metrics
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Winona, MN 55987, USA

On-site City