Plant Manager - Aftermarket Modifications and SSV Operations

Plant Manager - Aftermarket Modifications and SSV Operations Utilimaster Bristol, IN (North)


Regular Employee Salary Exempt

Who we are

At The Shyft Group, we are driven to deliver, and as the North American leader in specialty vehicles, our portfolio of last-mile delivery vehicles, work trucks, and motorhome chassis brings people, goods, and services where they need to be.

We are strengthened by nine industry-leading brands Utilimaster, Blue Arc EV Solutions, Royal Truck Body, DuraMag, Magnum, Strobes-R-Us, Spartan RV Chassis, Red Diamond, and Builtmore. Over 4,000 employees across ten states and two countries work independently and together as one team under Shyft, building chassis, vehicle bodies, and accessories that improve every route, every run, and every ride.

Empowered by a supportive, inclusive, and highly entrepreneurial culture, every person behind our brands is given the tools they need to make a positive contribution to the company, their community, and their families. Together under the Shyft umbrella, our teams drive new synergies that bring innovations to life on the road - for an experience that is safer, more satisfying, more rewarding all around.

With 50 years and millions of miles behind us, we continue to charge forward - leading the commercial vehicle transition to electric, innovating across all our brands, and earning our position among Fortune's 100 Fastest Growing Companies.

What you'll do

As the Plant Manager for Utilimaster (A Shyft Brand) based at our facility in Bristol, IN, you will be accountable for the overall performance of the Aftermarket Modification / SSV operations, including but not limited to the areas of Scheduling, Material Handling, Assembly, Quality and Final Release.

You will focus on developing the annual sales and cost plan and budget and subsequent monthly periodic forecasts and budgets. Additionally, you will be responsible for implementing the strategic operational roadmap and ensuring that organizational goals and results regarding Safety, People, Quality, Delivery, and Cost are met.

Relocation assistance to the Bristol area is available for non-local candidates.

You will also:

• Plan, organize, and direct production activities to meet or exceed established goals
• Ensure a safe, clean, and organized working environment for production teams
• Plan and manage all resource needs including headcount, equipment, and facilities
• Develop, implement, and maintain processes, procedures, and programs to continuously improve Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People
• Ensure compliance with all established regulatory standards, processes, and policies
• Collaborate with managers to address organizational needs, equipment uses, and maintenance
• Establish, measure, and communicate KPIs in the areas of Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Cost, and People
• Manage cross-functional teams and problem-solving methodologies to identify, mitigate, and resolve issues and problems
• Oversee the development of the monthly production schedule
• Ensure department budgets are developed, implemented, and managed within approved budgets
• Direct, communicate, and coach your direct reports
• Cultivate an environment of trust, teamwork, accountability, poise, and business ownership
• Orchestrate employee development efforts to ensure they perform effectively
• Prepare all required reports and correspondence and solve complex problems with minimal aid
• Stay up to date on the overall activities of the team, identify problem areas, and take corrective actions
• Work in proximity with customers, as needed

Learn more about The Shyft Group, Utilimaster, and Bristol, IN by exploring the Learn More section below.

What you need to be successful

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent plant management experience
• Seven or more (7+) years of manufacturing leadership experience
• Proven management experience
• Vehicle assembly line experience in a leadership role (Preferred)
• Proficient in managing production teams amid growth periods
• Expertise managing teams in a high-mix manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of Lean and Continuous Improvement (CI) methodologies
• Versed in problem-solving methods and techniques
• Strong financial acumen and managerial accounting skills
• Experienced in spearheading key, high-visibility manufacturing projects
• Strong product knowledge and willingness to master the operation and assembly of Utilimaster products
• Proficient in Microsoft 365
• A reputation for managing multiple projects and meeting deadlines
• Knowledge of engineering tools, processes, data structures, and data sources
• Detail knowledge of product information flows and bill of materials structures

Learn More

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Why The Shyft Group?

We believe that when our people thrive personally and professionally, our business thrives. We are committed to offering comprehensive benefits programs that stay healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance.

Stay Healthy:


Medical and Rx Plan

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision Plan

Healthcare Flexible Spending

Wellness Plan

Financial Security:


401 (k) Retirement Savings

Short and Long Term Disability

Company Provided Life and Dependent Life Insurance

Voluntary Term Life Insurance

Work/Life Balance:


Educational Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Dependent Care FSA


Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)


The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at .


The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer


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