2nd Shift Plant Manager

Summary:We are seeking an experienced, hands-on 2nd Shift Plant Manager to report directly to the Director of Operations and lead the launch and day-to-day execution of our second shift at the Elkhart, IN facility. (3pm - 11:30pm) Mon - Fri. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, labor-intensive manufacturing environment.The ideal candidate is a respected and trusted leader with prior plant superintendent experience, who enjoys building and running a high-performing team from the ground up. You must be calm under pressure, have a true presence on the floor, and be committed to hitting daily production numbers while maintaining a strong culture of safety and quality.Specific Responsibilities:Lead and manage all aspects of the 2nd shift operations to meet safety, quality, and production goals.Spend at least 70% of the time on the production floor, supporting the team through real-time coaching, troubleshooting, and workflow optimization.Ensure a seamless handoff from the first shift and align resources (labor, materials, equipment) with production needs.Use Lean manufacturing principles (5S, kaizen, SMED, etc.) to drive continuous improvement and eliminate inefficiencies.Monitor KPIs daily and implement corrective actions as needed to sustain operational excellence.Promote a culture of safety, cleanliness, and accountability across all areas of the shift.Maintain and manage performance reviews, training documentation, safety logs, and disciplinary actions.Function as a change agent in this startup shift, providing stability and direction through strong leadership and communication.React quickly and calmly to production challenges and equipment or labor disruptions.Collaborate cross-functionally to align with company-wide operational objectives.Qualifications:At least 5+ years as a Plant Manager, Superintendent or senior manufacturing leadership role. Prior experience launching or managing a second shift is highly preferrable. Expertise in lean principles and the strategic and tactical application of appropriate tools - demonstrated ability to use and effectively instruct in the proper use of lean principles such as value stream mapping, kaizen, 5S, poka-yoke, heijunka, SMED, etc. Other attributes include:Persuasive communication and people skills at all levels of the organization.Familiarity with ERP systems (JD Edwards a plus) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).Calm, decisive, and effective under pressure with a hands-on leadership style.Bilingual in Spanish helpful, but not required.

Created: 2025-09-26