Who We Are

Royal is a diverse manufacturer of injection molding, urethane foam and assemblies. We serve the automotive, furniture, and consumer products industries. People who succeed at Royal are those who share the values of our company: Integrity. Stewardship. Teamwork. Hard work. Excellence.

We're committed to being the employer of choice. Our goal is to build a culture of commitment where everyone is respected and valued. Where everyone participates. Where everyone matters. We give our employees the responsibility -- and the authority -- to make decisions. We try to provide the best possible work environment. We encourage creativity. We applaud ingenuity. We reward problem solving.

What You’ll Do

Your future starts here! A Plant Manager/Site Leader at Royal provides leadership, direction, and management for all aspects of the plant’s manufacturing operations.  This position requires excellent proven strategic leadership, organizational and communication skills to effectively lead and develop our diverse team. The Plant Manager works closely with other senior leaders and is responsible for guarding our culture, achieving our profitability goals and exceeding our customers expectations. Based out of our Corporate Grove facility in Hudsonville, MI, this position reports to the Director of Operations. 

Responsibilities:

• Provide leadership for site operations of one of our manufacturing facilities in Hudsonville, MI.
• Drive strategic goals and objectives to ensure the operation achieves our operational and financial objectives
• Lead the team to achieve execution of key performance measures for safety, customer satisfaction, manufacturing quality and cost improvements
• Continually identify, develops and executes new areas for cost savings, working capital efficiency, cash flow management and operational improvements
• Foster a culture that promotes and utilizes operational excellence and embraces continually improving
• Collaborate effectively with the launch teams providing manufacturability input and effectively transitioning products from launch to production.
• Plan and provide for adequate facilities, manpower and equipment to meet the Royal business plan
• Responsible for overseeing and fostering our culture as well as helping our team develop and grow
• Lead the adoption and successful implementation of advanced technologies and best practices to improve efficiency and processes
• Lead the operation to reflect the highest standards of Safety, Lean Manufacturing and IATF / ISO compliance

What You’ll Bring

Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Operations Management or related. Technical expertise is preferred.
• 10+ years experience in manufacturing operational leadership
• Proven Operational leadership ability leading large teams
• Lean manufacturing expertise is required
• Proven critical thinking and problem solving abilities
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills. Ability to effectively network and interface with all levels of the organization.
• Proven track record of building strong teams, implementing change, driving cost improvements, and increasing efficiencies
• Automotive experience is a plus

What You’ll Get 

• No Sunday work
• Weekly pay
• Quarterly bonuses based on profitability
• Ownership in the company through our ESOP plan (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
• Outstanding medical insurance
• On-site wellness facility available 24 hours a day