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Plant Manager

American Axle & Mfg., Inc.
United States, Indiana, North Vernon
Jun 11, 2026
Job Posting Title Plant Manager Job Description Summary Dauch is searching for a Plant Manager to join our team at our North Vernon, IN, location. As a Plant Manager you will you will be responsible for the planning, directing and coordinating of all the organization's operations. You will also be responsible for improving performance, productivity, efficiency and profitability through the implementation of effective methods and strategies while managing a team of managers, supervisors and other direct reports. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10-15 years' experience in manufacturing/machining with in the automotive industry. Job Description: Lead the development and execution of action plans required to achieve the business plan. Work with the corporate staff to ensure adequate resources are in place to meet business objectives. Plan and direct the manufacturing activities working closely with all departments in order to promote a safe working environment, establish standards of performance, progress measurements, and interdepartmental flow. Determine staffing levels, shift requirements, operating schedules, and make recommendations regarding machinery. Create an accident free culture by implementing, supporting and training as required to comply with all facets of the company's environmental, health and safety systems. Analyze production capacity and workload in order to determine machine usage and establish required labor hours. Manage Facility Staff with overall responsibility for Operations associates in manufacturing areas. Provide technical leadership for new product/process development including machine retool activities and prototype manufacturing. Participate in design review process in order to ensure manufacturability was considered in design and product specifications are clear Review financial statements and data and utilize financial data to improve profitability Prepare and control operational budgets; Plan effective strategies for the financial well-being of the company Understanding of 5S, demonstrate S4 principles in daily job duties. Show attention to detail, maintain a productive attitude and have willingness to take the extra steps needed to ensure the job is done correctly. All other duties as assigned. Required Skills and Education Bachelor's degree in business management, manufacturing or related field 5+ years progressive leadership experience within an automotive/manufacturing environment. Solid and extensive knowledge of manufacturing processes, daily operations, material handling, quality criteria, safety and human resource issues High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others; including, but not limited to, all levels of management, associates and customers. Strong level of planning, organizational and analytical abilities to troubleshoot where problems are complex. Prior Lean Kaizen manufacturing experience About Dauch: Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more. Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.