Job Details

Drive operational excellence. Lead with vision. Transform the future of automotive filtration.

About the Role

Primestaff is seeking a dynamic Plant Director to join a leading manufacturing company in the greater Huntington, WV area. This is a high-impact leadership role with full responsibility for plant performance, culture, and compliance. You'll be the legal representative of the site, accountable for safety, quality, cost, delivery, and service all while shaping the future of operations in the automotive components sector.

What You'll Do:

• Own the plant's P&L and deliver on budget, productivity, and competitiveness goals.
• Champion Quality, Safety, and Environmental (QSE) standards in line with IATF/ISO requirements.
• Lead audits, inspections, and customer visits with confidence and transparency.
• Build and inspire a team of ~20 direct reports, fostering growth, accountability, and engagement.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across safety, quality, and operational efficiency.
• Maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, local authorities, and regulatory bodies.
• Act decisively in critical situations, including “Red Alert” scenarios impacting production or safety.

What We're Looking For:

• Proven leadership in automotive manufacturing or related industries—experience in filtration, components, or Tier 1/Tier 2 suppliers is highly valued.
• Strong background in operations management, compliance, and labor relations.
• Skilled in SAP, Excel, and data-driven decision-making.
• Exceptional communication and organizational abilities; able to balance strategic vision with hands-on execution.
• Demonstrated success in building high-performance teams and maintaining a positive social dialogue.

What You Get:

• Be part of a global group with strong roots in the automotive industry.
• Lead a facility with direct impact on customer satisfaction and company sustainability.
• Shape the plant's future through investment proposals, strategic initiatives, and cultural transformation.
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and relocation support for the right candidate.

Ready to lead? Apply today and bring your automotive expertise to a role where operational excellence meets strategic impact.