Stamping/Press Operations Manager Job at Metalsa, Hopkinsville, KY

  • Metalsa
  • Hopkinsville, KY

Job Description

Are you a stamping or pressroom leader ready to own an entire press operation? At Metalsa Hopkinsville, you’ll lead all press operations in our chassis plant, with a real voice in budgets, new product launches and continuous improvement.

Why this role

  • Full ownership of the press area: safety, quality, delivery, cost and people
  • Help shape the annual profit plan, equipment needs and new programs
  • Lead and develop your team
  • Work within the Metalsa Operating System (MOS), a lean system similar to TPS

Why Hopkinsville

  • Cost of living about 17% below the national average, so your salary goes further
  • About 1 hour to Nashville and 30 minutes to Clarksville, TN
  • Relocation assistance for US-based candidates

What you’ll do

  • Lead a safety-first culture, with a goal of zero accidents
  • Oversee daily and monthly production and hit production targets
  • Drive lean and continuous improvement for top quality and on-time delivery at the lowest cost
  • Support the Area Manager on budgets, forecasting, staffing, equipment and quality goals
  • Support new product launches and programs

What you’ll bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering
  • 5–8 years of salaried experience in a press or stamping area
  • 3–5 years leading press operations, as a Press Operations Manager or in a similar role (e.g., Stamping Manager, Pressroom Manager or Stamping Superintendent)
  • A significant role in a lean operating system (MOS, TPS or similar)
  • Experience with lean manufacturing, quality management systems and EHS fundamentals
  • Availability for weekend and after-hours support as needed
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills

What we offer

  • Pay: $110K–$120K, plus relocation assistance for US-based candidates
  • 15 days of prorated vacation plus paid holidays
  • Medical, dental, vision and prescription insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • HRA and FSA
  • Company-paid short- and long-term disability
  • Tuition reimbursement and career development
  • Vehicle purchase discounts with GM, Ford, Toyota, Nissan and Chrysler

About Metalsa

Metalsa is a global mobility manufacturer of chassis and electrified solutions for the automotive, trucking and off-highway industries, with 70+ years of experience. Learn more at metalsa.com.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Work at office, Relocation package, Weekend work

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