Plant Manager (Automotive)

Salary: $160,000 - $200,000 per year

Location: Dandridge, TN

Posted: March 22 2026

Minimum Degree:

Relocation Assistance: Available

Large, high-volume Tier 1 automotive facility in eastern TN has immediate opening for a Plant Manager. This facility is part of an international corporation. The Plant Manager will ensure Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost targets are met.

 

The plant has a strong culture of Continuous Improvement / Lean Manufacturing. The Plant Manager must have good communication skills and interact well at all levels of the organization. Prefer candidates who have experience working with Japanese automotive customers and / or suppliers.

 

There is a solid customer base with sales and production exceeding the forecast. This facility ships directly to customers and also supplies sister locations.

 

Responsibilities

  • Oversee plant operations. The Plant Manager will have P&L responsibility
  • Maintain clean and safe workplace
  • Analyze production costs to establish areas for improvements

 

Qualifications

 

  • BS degree in Engineering or relevant technical field
  • 5+ years of Plant Management experience, ideally in high-volume manufacturing
  • A background in Tier 1 Automotive manufacturing is a MUST. 

 

 

Company offers highly competitive compensation package, including bonus potential and company vehicle.

 

Relocation assistance is AVAILABLE

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