Plant Manager

6 Hours ago • 10 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Plant Manager will lead the plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills and experience in the automotive industry. The key responsibilities include developing and implementing strategic plans, overseeing day-to-day operations, managing financial aspects, maintaining relationships with stakeholders, and leading a high-performing team. The candidate is also expected to drive innovation, continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with industry standards to achieve company goals.
Must have:
  • 10+ years of experience in automotive industry leadership roles
  • Deep understanding of automotive manufacturing processes
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Fluency in English
Perks:
  • Competitive compensation and benefits
  • Formal development opportunities

Job Details

About us

PHINIA: Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow.

PHINIA is an independent, market-leading, premium solutions and components provider with over 100 years of manufacturing expertise and industry relationships, with a strong brand portfolio that includes DELPHI®, DELCO REMY® and HARTRIDGE™. With over 12,500 employees across 43 locations in 20 countries, PHINIA is headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, USA.

At PHINIA, we Provide fuel systems, electrical systems, and aftermarket products and solutions of the highest quality — developed and manufactured responsibly — that are designed to enhance efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of vehicles, industrial machinery, and other applications. In doing so, we contribute to a cleaner tomorrow, treat our people and surrounding communities with respect, and hold ourselves accountable to robust ethical standards.

Our Culture

PHINIA promotes and cultivates an inclusive culture and diverse perspectives, strives to maintain its reputation for excellence, thrives on the power of collaboration, and fosters the development of our talented employees. We believe in making a positive impact through our business and actions, and we take our collective responsibility seriously.

Career Opportunities

We believe in building a brighter tomorrow for our employees as well as our customers and encourage you to learn about our long history, strong culture, new technologies, and future vision. We offer a strong local presence and interesting global opportunities. Join us on this shared journey toward a brighter tomorrow.

Job purpose

We are seeking a visionary and results-oriented Plant Manger to lead our plant in San Luis Potosi, Mexico.. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, strategic acumen, and a proven track record of driving operational excellence and business growth within the automotive industry.

Key responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve the company's goals and objectives in alignment with the overall vision and mission.
  • Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives to maintain a competitive edge in the automotive market.
  • Identify new business opportunities and strategic partnerships to expand market presence and enhance revenue streams.

Operational Management:

  • Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring efficiency, quality, and compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Optimize operational processes and workflows to maximize productivity and minimize costs while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Foster a culture of excellence, teamwork, and accountability among employees, promoting a positive work environment conducive to innovation and growth.

Financial Management:

  • Develop and manage annual budgets, financial forecasts, and financial performance metrics to ensure sustainable growth and profitability.
  • Monitor financial performance and key performance indicators (KPIs), implementing corrective actions as needed to achieve financial targets and objectives.
  • Evaluate investment opportunities and capital allocation decisions to optimize resource utilization and enhance shareholder value.

Stakeholder Engagement:

  • Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, suppliers, partners, shareholders, and regulatory authorities.
  • Represent the company in external forums, industry associations, and community events to enhance brand visibility and reputation.
  • Act as a spokesperson for the company, effectively communicating its vision, values, and achievements to internal and external audiences.

People Leadership:

  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of professionals, fostering a culture of collaboration, empowerment, and continuous learning.
  • Set clear performance expectations and goals for employees, providing regular feedback, coaching, and recognition to drive individual and team success.
  • Create a supportive and inclusive work environment that attracts and retains top talent.

What we’re looking for

Education/Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Master's degree in business administration (MBA) preferred.

Key Job Skills:

  • Proven experience (10+ years) in senior leadership roles within the automotive industry, with a strong track record of success in driving business growth and operational excellence.
  • Deep understanding of automotive manufacturing processes, technologies, and market dynamics, with a focus on quality, efficiency, and innovation.
  • Strong financial acumen and analytical skills, with the ability to develop and manage budgets, financial forecasts, and performance metrics.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence a diverse range of stakeholders.
  • Strategic thinker with a results-driven mindset, capable of setting and executing ambitious strategic plans while effectively managing operational priorities.
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, build consensus, and drive organizational change.
  • Proven ability to navigate complex business environments and effectively manage risk, ambiguity, and uncertainty.
  • Fluency in English

Key competencies

  • Action Oriented
  • Building Effective Teams
  • Business Acumen
  • Dealing with Ambiguity
  • Demonstrating self-awareness.
  • Drive for Results
  • Interpersonal Savvy
  • Managing Vision and Purpose
  • Motivating Others
  • Priority Setting

What we offer

  • We provide compensation and benefits programs intended to attract, motivate, reward, and retain an incredibly talented, globally diverse workforce at all levels within our organization. Our compensation programs are informed by market data and business needs, and we are committed to providing equitable and competitive compensation. We are committed to providing our team with quality and competitive benefit programs, including health and well-being resources, family-centric policies, and an agile workplace program, where not precluded by collective bargaining agreements or national statutory plans. Plans are benchmarked for competitiveness and value.
  • We provide formal development opportunities at all levels and stages of employee careers. These opportunities are delivered in a variety of formats to make our portfolio of solutions agile, sustainable, and scalable to support our employees in developing the skills needed to succeed.

What we believe

  • Product Leadership - Innovation that brings value to our customers
  • Humility - Seeking out diverse perspectives and working collaboratively
  • Inclusivity - Recognizing our differences makes us stronger; we are bold and intentional
  • Net-Zero - Committed to energy efficiency, waste reduction and beneficial reuse
  • Integrity - Taking responsibility for our decisions and doing what is right
  • Accountability - Taking ownership of our actions and driving results

Safety

You will consistently hear us say Safety First! We are committed to continually improving our strong safety performance supporting the health and wellness of our employees!

We also believe employee health and safety is everyone’s responsibility. We encourage safety learning and collaboration to help employees understand and follow applicable safety policies, standards, and procedures and identify opportunities to minimize or eliminate risk. Work is expected to be conducted in a manner that stresses the importance of preventing incidents and illnesses, including attending all required safety meetings and trainings. It is expected that all incidents, near misses, and unsafe conditions are immediately reported to the direct manager, Human Resources, or Safety Representative.

Equal Employment Opportunity

PHINIA is an equal employment opportunity employer such that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Visa Sponsorship

PHINIA does provide sponsorship for employment visa status based on business need. However, for this role, applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis, in the country where the position is currently based.

No Unauthorized Referrals from Recruiters & Vendors

Please note that PHINIA does not seek or accept unsolicited resumes or offers from third party recruiters or staffing agencies associated with any published or unpublished employment opportunities. Any unsolicited information sent to PHINIA will be considered as unencumbered and free from any fee or charge whatsoever. Only members of our Human Resources Team have the authority to engage or authorize recruiting services, which must be agreed upon before the unsolicited resume or offer is received.

Advancing sustainability today, powering a cleaner tomorrow. Join us on this shared journey to a brighter tomorrow. For more information about PHINIA, please visit www.phinia.com.

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About The Company

Join the PHINIA team and be a part of anindustry-leading companyin fuel systems, aftermarket distribution, and combustion technologies. As we drive the transition toalternative fuelsand hydrogen combustion, we're seeking talents who want to have a positive impact on the future oftransportation. Establishedrelationships with global OEMs and a focus on balanced and synergistic exposure among multiple markets, PHINIA is the place to be.”​

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