PLANT MANAGER - RODNEY

Founded in 1948, KSR is an industry leader in designing, engineering, and manufacturing driver interface systems of the future for Tier 1 OEMs.

KSR International has an immediate opening for a

Plant Manager

Rodney Ontario

Are you a driven leader ready to take your career to the next level in the Automotive industry?

Do you thrive in fast-paced environments and excel at building high-performing teams? We're seeking a strategic and results-driven Plant Manager to lead operations at our automotive manufacturing facility in Rodney, Ontario. In this onsite role, you'll oversee production, safety, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence. 

If you have a strong background in manufacturing leadership, a passion for operational efficiency, and the ability to drive performance through people, we'd love to hear from you!

Job ID: Plant Manager - 11.2025 

Reporting To

Vice President of Operations

Qualifications

Education:
 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations management, business administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience. An MBA is considered an asset.

Experience:
 

• 10 years of Automotive Manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in plant management.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management, materials planning and logistics in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with labour unions is preferred.

Skills
 

• Aligns with KSR MVV
• Strong leadership and team-building skills with a history of driving results through others
• Proficiency in manufacturing technologies, data analytics, and process automation
• Superior verbal and written communication
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Labour Relations, conflict resolution, and interpersonal skills
• Risk Management and Safety Advocacy
• Customer and quality focus
• Cross-functional collaboration and team development
• Financial acumen with the ability to manage budgets, analyze financial data, and make strategic decisions
• Competence in data analysis tools for interpreting operational performance metrics.

Job Responsibilities:

Compliance and Safety
 

• Ensure compliance with labour, safety, environmental, and financial legislation.
• Establish and maintain a culture of safety, enforcing safety standards and practices.
• Participate in safety and environmental audits, risk assessments, and emergency drills
• Track and report EHS metrics, driving initiatives to reduce incidents and environmental non-compliance.
• Improve overall workplace safety.
• Ensure all equipment and processes meet regulatory safety requirements and team members are trained accordingly.

Operational Leadership
 

• Manage and oversee the production processes to meet delivery, quality, and cost targets.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve plant performance, maximize efficiency and ensure on-time delivery.
• Directly supervise and provide leadership to the Production Manager, Quality Manager, MP&L Manager, Human Resources Manager, and the Engineering Manager.
• Establish performance goals for direct reports, monitor and report on progress.
• Champion a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement.
• Communicate and explain new directives, standards, or procedures to managers; for major changes, meet with operations staff to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
• Conduct timely and constructive performance evaluations.

Strategic Planning
 

• Collaborate with the VP, Operations to define and execute the strategic plan.
• Drive initiatives to enhance manufacturing capabilities, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Develop budgets and forecasts to align with the company's financial objectives.
• Project a positive image of the organization to team members, customers, industry, and community.

Quality and Customer Focus
 

• Ensure products meet or exceed customer expectations for quality and performance.
• Partner with the Quality Manager to identify and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Foster strong relationships with customers to enhance satisfaction.

Process Optimization and Continuous Improvement
 

• Lead initiatives to streamline production processes and reduce waste.
• Drive operational excellence through the application of Industry 4.0 technologies
• Partner with the Engineering Manager to optimize equipment utilization and minimize downtime.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
 

• Operational efficiency: Meeting or exceeding production targets, cycle times and cost metrics.
• Quality metrics: Reduction in defects, warranty claims and customer complaints.
• Employee Engagement: High retention rates and positive employee feedback
• Safety: Zero incidents and compliance with safety regulations
• Customer Satisfaction: Achievement of delivery and quality goals.
• Mitigation plans for below-target KPIs.

Health, Safety & Wellness
 

• Prioritize safety and comply with the Health and Safety Management System.
• Support risk reduction, hazard identification, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and wellness legislation and KSR standards.
• Uphold and adhere to the KSR Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct.

Environmental
 

• Promote the global Environmental Management System with a focus on footprint reduction, recycling, and resource efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with environmental legislation and KSR standards.

KSR International Inc. is committed to providing an environment that is barrier free. If you require accommodation during the hiring process, please inform us in advance to arrange reasonable and appropriate accommodation. We thank everyone for applying, however only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.