Plant Manager (Louisville)

Job position: USA Plant Manager

Location: Louisville, Kentucky

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead our Kentucky manufacturing facility, overseeing both high-volume assembly production and CNC machining operations. This position will play a critical role in scaling operations, optimizing performance, and building a strong manufacturing team.

Key Responsibilities Establish and optimize plant operational management systems, including SOPs, TPM, MES, and related systems. Establish and maintain the Quality Management System (QMS) to ensure products meet required standards and drive continuous improvement. Lead daily plant operations, including assembly production lines and CNC machining. Drive performance targets across safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). Oversee CNC machining operations (multi-axis machining centers, EDM, etc.). Improve cycle time, reduce scrap, and increase equipment utilization (OEE). Manage production supervisors, engineers, technicians, and manufacturing teams. Control plant operating budget and manufacturing costs. Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure compliance with OSHA and all applicable regulatory requirements.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field. 8+ years of manufacturing experience. 5+ years in plant or operations leadership. Direct experience managing CNC machining operations. Experience in high-volume assembly manufacturing preferred. Proven leadership and team-building skills. Language: Fluent in English; proficiency in Chinese is a plus.

Preferred Experience Plant startup or facility expansion experience. ERP / MES /digital manufacturing system experience. Lean or Six Sigma certification. Strong knowledge of GD&T, machining processes, and process improvement.