Plant Manager II -USA

Company

With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas : global materials distribution as one-stop-shop - from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials - and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply chain management. An extensive omnichannel architecture offers 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to more than 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes "just-in-time" or "just-in-sequence.

Copper and Brass Divison

Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales is able to help them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company's focus on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries allows them to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs. The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium service focused on the customer first has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.

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Job Summary

The Plant Manager combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution to achieve excellence in safety, culture, leadership, productivity, and KPIs. This role focuses on developing a world-class organization, implementing strategic objectives, and utilizing lean management techniques.

Job Description

Plant Manager II - South Bend, IN

$110,000 - $130,000 base + Annual Bonus

Full-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.

Job Compensation

$120,000 + Performance Incentive Compensation eligible

Benefits Overview

We offer competitive company benefits to eligible positions, such as :

Benefits may vary based on job, country, union role, and / or company segment. Please work with your recruiter or tk representative for applicable benefits information.

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