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≈ $72k – $135k per year (Estimated)
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In office (Southfield)
Seniority
Senior · 7+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 15, 2026. Flex-N-Gate scores A on the Alion truth index.

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Flex-N-Gate is an automotive supplier headquartered in Urbana, Illinois, that designs and manufactures bumpers, exterior and interior plastic parts, metal stampings and assemblies, lighting systems and mechanical components for vehicle makers. Owned by Shahid Khan, it runs plants across the United States, Canada, Mexico and Europe, has recently supported launches such as the Lancia Gamma and CUPRA Raval, and its FLEX-ION division develops battery cells, modules and packs. It hires assembly, molding, paint and weld operators, maintenance and controls technicians, quality auditors, manufacturing and automation engineers and plant supervisors, many in Michigan and Ontario.

Summary

The Manufacturing Manager ensures effective and efficient operations of manufacturing and maintenance processes and functions through regular monitoring of departmental policies, procedures, staff and standards, and responsible for organizing and managing manpower to ensure plant operations achieve both quality and efficiency goals.  Also, 

coordinates the installation, maintenance, and repairs of all company machinery and equipment within the facility, including any maintenance or repairs of the building or property. The Manufacturing Manager manages personnel in a safe, effective and efficient manner in compliance with the company policies, procedures and all legislative requirements.

Provides leadership in the direction of all activities of the division consistent with corporate strategies, objectives and policies. 

 

Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Communication

Energy and Stress 

Team Work            

Problem Solving   

Accountability and Dependability

Ethics and Integrity

Analytical Thinking Ethics and Integrity   

Mathematical Reasoning 

Coaching and Mentoring 

Enforcing Laws, Rules and Regulations

Managing Change

Social Responsibility

Flexibility

Conflict Management

 

Job Duties

Oversees responsibilities of supervisory staff.  Is responsible for the growth and development of all Manufacturing and

Maintenance Supervisors.   Identifies training needs.  Meets with staff regularly to encourage teamwork and a group effort.

Final decisions with regards to all facets of overtime with respect to production requirements.

Ensures production requirements are being met.  Analyze production reports, maintain finished good and WIP inventories, complies daily output, yield and scrap reports.

Participate actively and effectively in continuous improvement teams where requested and establish continuous improvement plans related to position responsibilities.

Work in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and the company’s safety rules and regulations.

Monitors and improves efficiencies of process control by ensuring correct and efficient operation of all manufacturing functions.

Provides feedback to supervisors and hourly employees regarding expectations, quality concerns and production activities.

Assists in supervisory training to maintain competence.

Provides and maintains equipment and processes that are capable of producing products and assemblies, which meet all customer requirements.

Ensures compliance to procedures, functional performance and acceptability to contractual requirements.

Manages employees by ensuring quality, quantity, customer schedules and specifications are met.

Ensures the Company provides a safe and clean work environment at all times.

Coordinates action plans with Quality Assurance to ensure customer requirements on PPM standards are achieved.

Analyzes and reports to the General Manager on the effectiveness of plant manufacturing operations.

In conjunction with Human Resources, and adhering to the Collective Agreement administers discipline, and participation in Union-Management meetings dealing with the resolution of grievances and other problems.

Assists General Manager in forecasting manpower requirements.

Works with General Manager to analyze and solve operations-related problems and attends operations-related meetings with other departments.

Co-ordinates production activities with other departmental activities in Company.

Read and interpret equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.

Coordinate regular preventive maintenance on daily equipment and facility such as replacing light bulbs.

 

Be knowledgeable in the use a variety of hand and power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment in performing duties.

 

Detect faulty operations, defective material and report those and any unusual situations to proper supervision.

 

Comply with safety regulations and maintain clean and orderly work areas.

 

Involved in all aspects of building maintenance requirements for all new construction, renovations or updates to current systems. 

 

Coordinate and monitor contractor activities for projects.

 

Work with site-wide building maintenance to ensure compliance to any construction, renovation or updates.

 

Update project information and maintain project files.

 

 

Organize drawings and prepare drawing packages to support project activity

 

Support department management, project managers and consultants as required

 

Update and maintains information in (Company Name) records systems and department databases

 

Set priorities for preventative maintenance work orders, maintenance requisitions and scheduled work.

 

Maintain adequate supplies and equipment for the maintenance department.

 

Requisition work to be completed through Purchasing.

 

Attend meetings as required.

 

Meet with Fire Department, Hydro, etc. as required.

 

Complete all necessary reports and records related to the department as required.

 

Drive Flex-N-Gate, vehicles, as required.

 

Coordinate the painting and decorating of the interior and exterior surfaces as required.

 

Adhere to departmental procedures and systems, e.g., "systems for preventative maintenance", "maintenance requisitions", scheduled work and continued quality improvement/risk management programs.

 

Organize minor construction work, e.g., dismantling and erecting walls, finish carpentry work, pouring concrete, etc.

 

Maintain inventory of new equipment, manuals and warranties.

 

Operate computerized preventative maintenance program.

 

Troubleshoot and maintain various electrical components, appliances and equipment in accordance with pertinent codes, the preventative maintenance program and departmental procedures.

 

Schedule preventative maintenance checks of all electrical alarms

 

Responsible for the install, and repair plumbing fixtures, piping, and related equipment.

 

Organize mechanical and preventative maintenance work on equipment as per preventative maintenance manual, e.g., circulating pumps, air handling systems, and refrigeration etc.

 

Initiate safety concerns and makes judgment on the best methods of completing tasks.

 

Responsible for snow removal and ice safety.

 

Responsible for landscaping and the overall esthetic look of Flex-N-Gate, Ventra property.

 

Accountable for short-term planning and keeping appropriate authorities aware of decisions being made.

 

Prepare monthly reports and budget

 

Preparation of capital plan in consultation with unit maintenance committee

 

Perform all other duties as assigned or needed.

 

 

 

The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS policy CEVPL.00005.

The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in 

CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.

 

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management/Technical Science or equivalent Experience                        

7-10 years managerial experience in an automotive environment

Occupational Health and Safety Act, Labour Laws                                       

Conflict Resolution Management, Time Management

Strong communication, organizational, problem solving, teamwork interpersonal and leadership skills

Strong communication, presentation, organizational and leadership skills

Proficient computer skills

Effective use of technology, instruments, tools and information systems

Ability to seek a team approach

Ability to give guidance and direction as required

Highly motivated and able to work independently. 

Ability to comprehend and communicate detailed instructions orally and in writing

Ability to multi-task and establish priorities

Ability to maintain organization of maintenance schedule and files in a changing environment

Exhibit initiative, responsibility, flexibility and leadership

Possess a thorough knowledge of contract administration and office procedures

Ability to perform small repairs (e.g. caulking, replacing washers, and replacing light fixtures)

Knowledge of local, provincial and federal workplace compliance regulations, ordinances and legislation

Possess a valid driver’s license

Able to create alternative solutions to problems

Excellent time management and project management skills

High level of sound and independent judgment and reasoning

Ability to interpret and implement company policies and procedures

Demonstrated ability to exercise necessary cost control measures

Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment

Able to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing

Able to work well under pressure

Strong attention to detail

Able to deal with people sensitively, tactfully, diplomatically, and professionally at all times

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft computer software (e.g. Excel, Word, etc.) and email

Possess supervisory skills

Proven ability to troubleshoot

Conflict Resolution skills

Employee relations skills

Statistical Process Control for Machine Capability

Possess ISO TS14001 knowledge

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making 

Work Conditions

24/7 availability may be required

Physical ability to lift up to 75lb

Travel to the site, and off-site locations will be required

Safety equipment will be required, e.g. steel-toed safety boots, safety glasses/goggles, etc.

Hazards associated with the trade

Work both indoors and outdoors

Will be exposed to construction sites

 

 

This job description is not inclusive. The duties, experience, functions, and any other descriptions herein may be changed at any time and other duties may be assigned as necessary. The company reserves the right to add, delete, or otherwise alter these responsibilities when and as necessary.  

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