Work Schedule: Full-time, primarily day shift, with availability across shifts and during critical launch activities.

Location:
In office in the U.
Earlier participation in project preparation will be planned with the selected candidate, taking current responsibilities into account With over 50 years of experience, Exo-s specializes in the design and manufacturing of functional plastic systems, particularly through its expertise in injection molding and blow molding. With operations in Canada, the United States, and Mexico, our team of over 900 employees brings together expertise, creativity, and teamwork to contribute to innovative and exciting projects. Purpose of the PositionThe Plant Manager will contribute operational expertise to the multidisciplinary team preparing a new manufacturing facility, then lead its operational readiness, production ramp-up, and ongoing operations. The role combines operational leadership, financial accountability, team development, and collaboration with the project team and corporate functions. The Plant Manager will be responsible for: Recent plant preparation and launch Contribute operational expertise and recommendations to the multidisciplinary project team preparing the new plant. Work with Quality, Engineering, Program Management, and other relevant departments to prepare the plant for Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), the Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), pilot builds, process validation, and run-at-rate trials. Lead plant operations through initial production and the subsequent ramp-up and stabilization, ensuring alignment of staffing, capacity, quality, deliveries, and operating costs. Recruit, coach, develop,



and retain a strong management team and workforce through HR; develop succession plans and technical expertise in injection molding and blow molding. maintain constructive employee and labor relations and apply HR policies consistently. Set clear objectives, lead performance reviews and daily management routines, and foster accountability, engagement, and employee participation in improvement efforts. Operational and Financial Performance Lead production, quality, maintenance, process engineering, HR, and logistics; works closely with various corporate functions, such as Finance, IT, Engineering and other support functions within the approved organization. Develop and review the plant operating plan, budgets, forecasts, capital needs, and annual cost-reduction program; achieve approved EBITDAand operating performance objectives. Improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), direct labor productivity, yield, changeover time, delivery performance, and inventory accuracy; reduce scrap, downtime,premium freight, and avoidable costs. Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives, equipment reliability, and spare-parts practices that support safe and stable production. Support Sales, Engineering, Program Management, and corporate R&D; on feasibility, product development, pre-production, and business growth. Contribute to Exo-s manufacturing strategy, automation, and technology deployment; share effective practices across sites.



Quality and environmental management systems Promote customer focus throughout the organization and ensure that teams understand customer requirements. Ensure that the quality management system conforms to applicable ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 requirements and relevant customer-specific requirements. Ensure that the integrity of the quality management system is maintained when changes to the system are planned and implemented. Set quality objectives and ensure that related responsibilities and training are established and followed. Ensure that the environmental management system conforms to applicable ISO 14001 requirements. Report the performance of the environmental management system, including environmental performance, to top management. Health, Safety, and Environmental Compliance Build a culture of prevention starting at the project stage; ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local safety and environmental requirements and company standards. Work with EHS specialists to ensure that risk assessments, machine safeguards, hazardous energy control, emergency preparedness, training, and required permits are addressed before the affected activities begin. Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering, manufacturing, operations management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. At least 10 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, including significant senior-level responsibility for plant or operations management and the leadership of managers. Experience in automotive manufacturing, with demonstrated responsibility for customer requirements, operating budgets, and cross-functional performance. Strong understanding o

📌 HR Plant Manager (Canada)
🏢 Exo-s
📍 Canada