Plant Manager
Nidec · New York
📍 North America/USA/New York/East Syracuse, NYvia workday
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Job Summary
The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire plant operations, ensuring efficient production, maintaining high-quality standards, safeguarding workplace safety, and implementing 3Q6S practices to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Job Description
SPECIFIC JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Enforce workplace safety standards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements
Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity, reduce downtime, and optimize resource utilization
Lead and manage daily plant operations to meet production targets in terms of volume, cost, and delivery schedule
Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and operational uptime is maximized
Ensure compliance with company and customer quality standards across all production processes
Address and resolve quality issues promptly using root cause analysis and corrective action processes
Utilize Lean Manufacturing and 3Q6S principles to optimize workflows, reduce waste, and improve efficiency
Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and other operational excellence tools to improve plant performance
Collaborate with the supply chain and procurement teams to ensure a smooth flow of materials and parts
Manage inventory levels (raw materials, WIP, finished goods)
Develop and manage the plant’s annual operating budget, analyze production data and financial reports to control costs, and take continuous improvement actions
Ensure strict compliance with all relevant local, state, and federal regulations
Manage environmental programs, including waste disposal and sustainability initiatives
Foster a positive, engaged, and high-performance work environment.
Additional Job Details
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field
10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role (e.g., Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager)
Proven track record of successfully improving efficiency
Demonstrated experience implementing Lean/Continuous Improvement methodologies
Strong financial acumen and experience with budget and cost management
In-depth knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations
Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office
Solid experience of leading a team (~100 people)
Languages
English mandatory. Other language skills are helpful
CORE COMPETENCIES
Global Mindset
Leadership Capability
Operates with Nidec Values
Customer Focus
Strategic Thinking
Problem Solving
Change Management
Building Effective Teams
Action Oriented
Complexity Management
Being resilient
Collaborates
Effective Communicates
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action at Nidec
Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your (EEO) rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf
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