Senior Plant Manager

Job Description Who will you be working with? Our operations team integrates extensive experience in manufacturing products to supply Wabtec's supply chain. At our Arteaga plant, you will be responsible for contributing to the manufacture of high‑quality locomotive and mining products in a work environment where your safety is the top priority. How will you make a difference? As a member of the Operations – Controls and Components, the Senior Director, Plant Manager for Wabtec Saltillo will provide overall leadership for the manufacturing facility. The incumbent will be responsible for the manufacturing of equipment to meet customer requirements and enhance their satisfaction while minimizing risks and costs. They will supervise employees, develop, and execute strategies, processes, systems, and tools to achieve this goal and will work cross‑functionally to deliver sustainable improvements in the plant. What do we want to know about you? Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university Minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing leadership position such as plant manager / business leader roles Experience leading salaried direct reports Desirable BS / MS Mechanical Engineering; Depth in shop operations, manufacturing engineering, quality, materials, sourcing and Environmental Health and Safety. What will your typical day look like? Lead cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing Engineers; Quality Technical Advisors, Materials Technical Advisors; Business Leaders, Environmental, Health and Safety professionals, Finance Leaders, Human Resources and hourly production employees to safely produce quality products to support our customer’s needs at the right cost to achieve financial goals of the business. Drive continuous improvement, using Lean methodologies, across the organization and ensure awareness and adherence to stated policies and procedures via a comprehensive communication, training, and audit plans, resulting in a strong culture of safety, quality and productivity. Drive continuous manufacturing quality improvements through standard work, work scope refinement, process improvements, tooling investments, and adherence Incorporate Action Work Outs, Lean Six Sigma methodologies, and other continuous improvement tools to improve processes and performance Lead a strong environmental, health and safety culture and ensure compliance with Company safety policies and compliance with regulatory requirements Define appropriate KPI’s (such as Cost of Poor Quality, DPMO, PPM, NCR, etc.) to measure performance, identify improvement opportunities and projects, and drive execution to deliver improvement Provide full scope of leadership for a team of 300 employees, including performance evaluation and accountability, annual assessment, salary planning, succession planning and employee development and engagement. Create a workplace environment & culture which enables Wabtec to retain and attract new, qualified talent to the organization. Lead annual budgeting on operating plan development for the plant Develop technical depth and credibility recognized by customers and manage customer relationships at multiple levels of their organization. Relocation assistance may be provided if eligibility requirements are met. Additional Information What could you accomplish in a place that puts People First? At Wabtec, it’s not just about a job - it’s about the impact you make. When our people come together, we’re Expanding the Possible by continuously improving what we do and how we do it - for our clients and each other. If you’re ready to revolutionize how the world moves for future generations, Wabtec is the place for you. Who are we? Wabtec is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value‑added services for the freight and transit rail sectors. Drawing on more than 150 years of experience, we are leading the way in safety, efficiency, reliability, innovation, and productivity. Whether it’s freight, transit, ports, logistics, mining, industrial, or marine, our expertise, technologies, and people together – are accelerating the future of transportation. With roots that date back to George Westinghouse, Thomas Edison, and Louis Faiveley, Wabtec has always built technologies and implemented solutions for a variety of sectors that are critical to meeting the needs of customers and governments alike. Our global team of about 30,000 employees worldwide delivers performance that moves the world forward. We’re lifelong learners, obsessed with better. Learn more at Culture powers us and the possibilities. We believe the best ideas come from a mix of experiences and backgrounds. At Wabtec, we strive every day to create a place where everyone belongs. We’re building a culture where leadership, inclusion and your unique perspective fuel progress. We’re proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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