Plant Manager

Plant Manager - Mission Critical Manufacturing

Our client is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations for a growing mission-critical manufacturing facility in Aurora, CO . This newly created position will support the expansion of modular data center infrastructure production and play a key role in driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, and workforce growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily plant operations, production teams, and manufacturing performance
• Drive safety, quality, productivity, and delivery goals
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives
• Manage workforce planning, labor forecasting, and production scheduling
• Develop supervisors and production leaders through hands-on leadership
• Monitor operational KPIs, budgets, and manufacturing performance metrics
• Partner with engineering and leadership teams to support facility growth
• Conduct regular Gemba walks and maintain a strong presence on the production floor

Requirements

• 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
• Proven experience managing plant operations and production teams
• Strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement background
• Experience improving efficiency, reducing waste, and increasing throughput
• Understanding of manufacturing KPIs, budgeting, labor planning, and cost control
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to thrive in a highly data-driven manufacturing environment
• Six Sigma certification preferred

Preferred Industry Experience

• Modular data center manufacturing
• Mission-critical infrastructure
• Power distribution equipment
• Electrical infrastructure manufacturing
• Modular construction and prefabrication
• Industrial fabrication and assembly operations
• Skid-mounted equipment and engineered systems

Location & Opportunity

• Aurora, CO
• Newly created position due to facility expansion
• Full-time direct hire opportunity
• Relocation assistance available
• Reports directly to the VP of Manufacturing

Why Apply?

• Lead a growing operation supporting the data center industry
• Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and operational improvements
• Shape the future of an expanding manufacturing facility
• Join a respected organization with significant growth opportunities
• Work on cutting-edge modular infrastructure solutions for mission-critical environments

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on the production floor, enjoys developing teams, and has a proven track record of implementing Lean principles and driving continuous improvement. Experience in mission-critical, power distribution, modular manufacturing, or other complex industrial environments is highly preferred.