Plant Manager - Automotive Tier 1

About the job Plant Manager - Automotive Tier 1 Plant Manager - Automotive Manufacturing | Buford, GA $150,000 Bonus Are you the type of leader who thrives out on the floor rather than behind a desk? Do you get energized by turning challenges into wins and building a strong culture from the ground up? We are searching for a Plant Manager to take charge of a 150+ person automotive manufacturing facility in Buford, GA. This site specializes in thermoforming and box foaming, with automation projects already underway. It is a high-visibility plant that needs a leader who can roll up their sleeves, engage with the team, and steer operations through customer demands, audits, and escalations, while building momentum toward long-term success. What you will be doing Leading day-to-day operations for a 150-160 person manufacturing facility Driving engagement and culture alignment across the plant floor Overseeing thermoforming and foaming processes while integrating automation projects Managing customer expectations, audits, and escalations with confidence Balancing strategic leadership with a hands-on presence on the shop floor What we are looking for Automotive manufacturing background is a must Hands-on leadership style, visible, approachable, and action-oriented Strong track record in operational turnaround or improvement projects Comfortable in fast-paced, customer-focused environments Someone with the drive and energy to fight through early challenges and deliver results Why you will love it A chance to make a real impact in a plant that is critical to the business Freedom to bring energy, structure, and culture change Competitive salary and benefits package Career growth opportunities within a global automotive supplier Location: Buford, GA Function: Plant Leadership / Manufacturing Operations Industry: Automotive Supply Chain If you are ready to step up and take ownership of a plant where the challenges are real but the rewards are even greater, we would love to hear from you.

Created: 2026-03-04