Plasticade · 8 hours ago
Site Manager
Elkhart, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $140K/yr
7+ years expPlasticade is a company focused on manufacturing, and they are seeking a Site Manager to lead and develop a cross-functional team. The role involves managing plant performance, driving engagement, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
ManufacturingPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingRecycling
Responsibilities
Lead & develop a cross-functional team across production, engineering, quality, warehouse, & maintenance
Build a collaborative, high-performance culture aligned with Plasticade values
Drive engagement, talent development, & workforce planning in partnership with HR
Own plant performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale (SQCDM)
Execute site priorities to meet KPI goals (OEE, downtime, labor productivity, inventory accuracy, etc)
Manage site budget, cost-saving initiatives, and EBITDA performance
Ensure strong system implementation - including operational systems, process discipline, & adherence
Lead & enhance systems that improve throughput, standardization, and reliability
Identify & execute CI initiatives using Lean tools (Kaizen, Gemba, 5S, root cause analysis)
Reduce waste, improve cycle times, & strengthen process stability
Champion a safety-first culture; ensure full OSHA & regulatory compliance
Drive a zero-defect mindset & standardization of procedures
Support sustainability & waste-reduction initiatives
Qualification
Required
7+ years of manufacturing experience
2+ years leading a site or plant operation
Bachelor's degree in related field OR equivalent experience & site leadership
Proven track record leading & improving batch manufacturing processes
Experience with Lean/CI methodologies including successfully implementing & sustaining operational systems
Strong leadership presence with ability to influence at all levels both written & verbal
Proficiency with ERP systems & Microsoft Office suite
Preferred
Rubber, thermal compression molding and/or other molding manufacturing experience is a plus
Epicor EPR experience preferred
Lean Six Sigma certification preferred
Company
Plasticade
Plasticade is a manufacturer and marketer of plastics that focus on public and workers' safety in construction areas.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Radial Equity Partners
2026-01-08Acquired
2024-10-08Private Equity
Leadership Team
Sherrie Oehrlein, MBA
Chief Financial Officer
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