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2nd Shift Plant Manager

2nd Shift Plant Manager

Career Transitions, LLCElkhart, IN, US
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Plant Manager

  • 2nd SHIFT

Full-Time

Elkhart, IN

Compensation DOE : Up to $165K

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. Hours are 3pm – 11 : 30pm Monday – Friday . This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, labor-intensive manufacturing environment involving fiberglass, paint, and assembly operations.

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.

Plant Manager 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.

    • Plant Manager Qualifications :

  • 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 attributed 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.

    • Send resume to Dan Witters

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