Plant Manager- Automobile

Cesna Recruitment

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Cusseta, Alabama, US on site Until 8/21/2026 20+ years exp First posted June 20, 2026 Last posted June 20, 2026
Job description

·  Production & Program Management: Ensure assembly lines meet customer delivery schedules, support new product launches (APQP), and maintain inventory control.

·  Quality Compliance: Enforce strict adherence to automotive standards including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001.

·  Safety & EHS: Cultivate a workplace safety culture, chair EHS steering committees, and ensure compliance with regulatory guidelines.

·  Continuous Improvement: Utilize Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, optimize processes, and boost plant profitability.

·  Leadership: Manage direct reports (department managers, supervisors) and oversee recruitment, training, and performance evaluations for the workforce.

Requirements

·  Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.

·  Experience: +20 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 15 years in a dedicated Automotive Plant Manager or Operations Manager role.

·  Technical Skills: Proficiency with ERP/MES systems (e.g.,SAP) and a working knowledge of advanced automation/digital integration. Review, analyze, and distribute the result of previous year annual production plan and achievement report. Establish next year annual production plan

 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.      Responsible and authorized to supervise all production department employees in case of emergency or contingency.

 

Personal Characteristics:

1.      Teamwork oriented.

2.      Proactive planning.

3.      Quality mindset.

 

Organizational Relationships:

1.      Advises, consults, and coordinates with:

a.      Each department Heads.

b.      Production Managers.

c.       Team leaders and members.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance, 401K, PTO, Sick days, Company perks

About this role

Summary

Manage automotive plant operations, ensure quality, safety, continuous improvement, and team leadership.

Job title

Plant Manager- Automobile

Experience level

20+ years

Minimum experience

20+ years exp

Industry

automotive

Location requirements

Must be located in Cusseta, Alabama, United States; remote not allowed.

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

ERP/MES systemsSAPautomotive standardslean manufacturingsix sigma

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

production managementautomotive standardslean manufacturingsix sigmaautomation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Cusseta, AL 36852, USA

On-site City