Plant Operations Manager

INNIO • Full-time • Trenton, New Jersey, United States • 1d ago

About INNIO Group:

INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward.

Role Summary:

The Plant Manager is the senior operational leader for the Trenton manufacturing site, responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable execution of plant operations. The role leads mechanical assembly, electrical assembly, warehouse operations, and production planning, with accountability for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Productivity.

The Plant Manager provides strong on-site leadership and ensures effective alignment between Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, HR, and other support functions.

Essential Responsibilities:

Lead day-to-day operations across mechanical and electrical assembly, warehouse, and production planning.
Own plant performance across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Productivity, Inventory, and People.
Lead production planning, scheduling, capacity planning, and workforce allocation to meet customer demand.
Optimize production flow, labor utilization, material availability, warehouse operations, and plant capacity.
Ensure effective material flow and inventory accuracy from receiving through production and shipment.
Establish and monitor KPIs, identify bottlenecks, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
Partner with HR on staffing, employee development, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.
Ensure compliance with EHS, OSHA, quality, and company requirements.
Drive cross-functional alignment with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and HR.
Lead production ramp-up, capacity expansion, and operational improvement initiatives.
Provide regular plant performance, capacity, and risk updates to senior management.

Qualifications / Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Supply Chain, Business, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
7+ years of progressive manufacturing operations experience, including leadership of production teams.
Proven experience in complex product assembly operations, warehouse/material flow, and production planning.
Strong understanding of manufacturing, capacity planning, inventory management, and operational performance.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, establish accountability, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, financial, and project management skills.
Experience with ERP systems such as Sage, Oracle, SAP, or similar MS office tools.
Excellent communication and cross-functional leadership skills.
Lean Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement certification fravorable.
Experience in high-growth, production ramp-up, or capacity expansion environments preferred.

Compensation Range: $115,040 - $197,640 (Varies depending on relevancy of experience, technical certifications and other job-related criteria).

What We Offer:

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance and long-term disability coverage

Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts

Paid time off and 14 paid holidays

401(k) retirement savings program

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INNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.