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Aerostar Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Lean Manufacturing / Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing operations and drive operational excellence within an automotive/Tier 1 environment. This is an outstanding opportunity for a servant leader who is passionate about building high-performing teams, implementing Lean Manufacturing, and creating a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities: Lead all plant operations with a focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, and Morale (SQDCPM). Toyota Production System (TPS) Daily Management System (DMS) Gemba Leadership 5S A3 Problem Solving Value Stream Mapping SMED Visual Management Develop and coach leaders while fostering employee engagement and accountability. Improve operational performance through waste elimination, process optimization, and continuous improvement. Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, AS9100, OSHA, and customer-specific requirements. Collaborate across Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to achieve business objectives.
Qualifications: RequiredBachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience). 10+ years of manufacturing experience in an automotive or Tier 1/Tier 2 supplier environment. 5+ years of plant or operations leadership experience. Proven success implementing Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement. Strong servant leadership, coaching, and change management skills. PreferredMBA or Master's Degree. Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt. Experience with the Toyota Production System (TPS).
Why Join: Aerostar? At Aerostar Manufacturing, you'll have the opportunity to lead transformation initiatives, develop future leaders, and make a significant impact on our continued growth. We are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and investing in our people. If you're passionate about Lean Manufacturing and building world-class operations, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today! Aerostar Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Name (Required) First Last Phone (Required) Email (Required) Address (Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

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