Site Director

Site Director

Location: Ceresco, MI

Position Overview: The Site Director will lead all integrated facility and manufacturing support services at a high-profile EV battery manufacturing facility during critical launch and ramp-up phases. This role operates as a key member of the extended plant leadership team, with direct accountability for workforce execution, facility readiness, and operational performance tied to production targets. This is a high-risk, high-visibility leadership role supporting a multi-million-dollar operation in a fast-paced, milestone-driven environment where performance directly impacts manufacturing uptime, reliability, and launch success.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plant-Level Operational Leadership: Own end-to-end performance of all site services supporting manufacturing uptime, reliability, and production readiness. Lead a 200+ employee workforce across multiple shifts in a 24/7 operation. Align facility operations with production schedules, ramp curves, and plant priorities.
• Launch & Ramp Execution: Lead site services through commissioning, startup, and full production ramp-up. Build and implement processes, systems, and workforce structures in real time. Operate effectively in a high-pressure, rapidly evolving launch environment.
• Manufacturing Support Integration: Partner directly with plant leadership to support uptime, reliability, and operational constraints. Ensure all services are aligned with manufacturing goals and production milestones.
• Crisis & Escalation Management: Lead through operational disruptions, labor challenges, and launch volatility. Serve as the primary escalation point for critical issues impacting operations or production.
• Client & Stakeholder Leadership: Interface with OEM leadership, construction partners, and executive stakeholders. Build strong, trust-based relationships while managing competing priorities.
• Financial & Business Accountability: Full P&L ownership for a multi-million-dollar operation. Lead labor strategy, cost control, and budget performance during launch and ramp-up. Drive efficiency while maintaining service quality and safety standards.
• Workforce & Culture Leadership: Lead, develop, and scale a large, multi-discipline workforce. Foster a strong safety culture, including awareness of high-risk environments (chemical handling, thermal risk, controlled environments). Maintain positive employee relations in a complex labor environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• 10+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, industrial services, or facility operations.
• Proven experience leading 150–300+ employees in multi-shift operations.
• Direct experience supporting startup, commissioning, or large-scale launch environments.
• Strong background in manufacturing environments (required). Preferred experience in: EV / battery / automotive / chemical / cleanroom manufacturing. Supporting OEM environments (e.g., Ford, GM, or similar).
• Strong financial acumen with full P&L responsibility.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in high-pressure, high-visibility environments.