Budgeting, Business Administration, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cost Forecasting, ISO (International Organization for Standardization), Inventory Costs, Investment Capital, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Long-Term Profit, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Production Support, Productivity Management, Regulatory Requirements, Safety/Work Safety, Sales, Six Sigma Certification, Strategic Planning, Willing to Travel
About the role:
Our plant is on an incredible journey, nearly doubling the revenue and workforce due to the launch of our voltage regulator production in support of the utility industry. We are not just growing; we are transforming and scaling to meet critical infrastructure needs.
As Plant Manager, you won't just run the plant, you will lead a high-impact operation at the center of this growth. You will own both the performance and the future of the site, driving results across operations, financial performance, and people development.
This is a role for a bold leader who thrives on momentum and accountability. You will energize and guide the plant leadership team to deliver exceptional outcomes in safety, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and growth-turning strategy into action and vision into measurable results.
This is more than a Plant Manager role, it is an opportunity to build, lead and shape the future of growing operation.
What you''ll do:
- Lead a 600-person manufacturing operation, driving excellence across Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory, and People (SQDCIP)
- Build and develop a high-performing leadership team, strengthening capability, succession, and engagement
- Champion a zero-incident culture, embedding EHS/MESH principles and accountability at every level
- Ensure quality and compliance excellence, including QMS, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements
- Drive continuous improvement through Lean/Six Sigma to improve productivity, cost, and performance
- Own plant financials, including budgeting, forecasting, cost control, and capital investment decisions (appx; $450M sales)
- Execute strategic and operating plans, deliver annual profit commitments and long-term growth objectives
- Lead KPI-driven performance, using operating reviews, data, and structured problem solving to drive results
- Optimize operations end-to-end, improving capacity, productivity, and asset utilization through SIOP alignment
- Deliver flawless product industrialization, with strong launch execution and a zero-defects mindset
- Drive transformation in complex environments with the ability to rapidly assess issues, execute turnaround strategies and deliver measurable improvements.
Qualifications & Additional Information
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
- Demonstrated experience leading business turnarounds and delivering measurable
business outcomes.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree or MBA.
- Lean and/or Six Sigma certification.
Additional Information:
- This position is located at our plant in Nacogdoches, TX.
- This position offers relocation within the US.
- This position does not offer sponsorship.
- Up to 10% travel (Domestic).
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Eaton Corporation Plc
Eaton is a power management company with 2016 sales of $19.7 billion. We provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technologies and services. Eaton has approximately 95,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries. For more information, visit
Eaton.com.10,000 employees or more
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