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$110,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Plant Manager II - South Bend, IN

$110,000 - $130,000 base + Annual BonusFull-Time | ONSITE | Reports to Regional VP

Relocation Assistance Available for the Ideal Candidate

We're urgently seeking a dynamic, results-driven Plant Manager II with metals industry experience to lead our South Bend operations. This is a high-impact, onsite leadership role for someone who thrives in driving operational excellence, building strong teams, and shaping a thriving workplace culture.

If you're looking for career stability, growth opportunities, and the chance to make an immediate difference, this could be your next big move.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Impact from Day One - Your leadership will directly influence safety, culture, quality, and performance.

• Growth & Stability - Join a well-established organization with room to advance.

• People-Focused Leadership - Spend 65%+ of your time on the floor, engaging and supporting your team.

• Competitive Rewards - $110K-$130K base + bonus, 3 weeks PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness perks, and more.

What You'll Do

• Lead plant operations to consistently meet or exceed customer expectations.

• Drive measurable improvements in on-time delivery, service levels, and lead-time reduction.

• Build and develop a high-performing, cross-trained workforce.

• Implement and sustain lean manufacturing practices for safety, quality, delivery, and cost improvement.

• Partner with Sales to align production capabilities with growth goals.

• Maintain equipment through strong preventative maintenance programs.

• Identify and resolve bottlenecks to maximize throughput without sacrificing quality.

• Monitor KPIs and ensure responsive, data-driven decision-making.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams-Sales, R&D, Quality, HR-to drive plant success.

What You'll Bring

• 5-10 years of operations leadership with measurable performance improvements.

• Proven success in lean culture development and tool implementation.

• Metals manufacturing experience (fabrication, finishing/machining, assembly).

• Strong knowledge of OSHA safety standards and compliance requirements.

• Excellent communication, change management, and team-building skills.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or related field preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP/WMS systems.

The Perks

• Base salary $110K-$130K + annual bonus

• 3 weeks PTO + option to purchase 5 additional days

• Comprehensive benefits & tuition reimbursement

• Employee discounts, wellness perks, gym membership discounts

• Relocation assistance for the ideal candidate

Location: South Bend, IN

**Must be eligible to work in the USA. No sponsorship opportunity for this role**

This is a 100% onsite role - not remote or hybrid.

We're moving fast! If you're an experienced plant leader ready to transform operations and elevate team culture, apply today and join a company that values both results and people.

Desired Skills and ExperienceMetalsPlant ManagementMetal FabricationCIValue AddTraining and DevelopmentManufacturingLeansafetySAPOSHAISOITAR

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionManagement, Manufacturing, and Production
• IndustriesManufacturing, Meat Products Manufacturing, and Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing

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