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Warehouse Manager

Taylor, MI 48180

Employment Type: Contract to Perm Job Number: 53684778 Pay Rate: $30.00 / hour

Job Description

Plant Manager – Manufacturing
Cardinal Staffing is looking for a Plant Manager for one of their clients in Taylor, MI! 
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall supervision, management, and performance of a manufacturing department, including employees, production schedules, customer coordination, and operational efficiency. This role provides leadership to ensure production goals, quality standards, and delivery timelines are consistently met.
Day Shift -6am start time Pay- Up to $30 per hour 
  • Supervise and manage department employees and daily operations
  • Prepare, adjust, and manage department schedules
  • Assign workstations and delegate tasks to meet production demands
  • Train, coach, and evaluate production personnel
  • Coordinate machine setups and workflow
  • Monitor production output to ensure on-time completion and shipment
  • Perform production duties as needed to meet schedules
  • Transport raw materials to and from work areas when required
  • Communicate production status and shipment timelines internally and to customers
  • Participate in customer status meetings throughout the production process
  • Maintain and service designated customer accounts
  • Identify and interact with new customers as needed
  • Participate in quoting, follow-up, and customer negotiations
  • Assist in mediating disputes with customers or shippers, including account issues
  • Attend management meetings and contribute to operational planning
  • Perform additional department management duties as assigned
Required Skills & Competencies
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven ability to manage, train, and evaluate production employees
  • Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to delegate responsibilities and set clear priorities
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Commitment to continuous improvement, efficiency, and quality
  • Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with employees, management, and customers
  • Proficiency in basic computer systems and electronic data tracking
Equipment & Tools Used
  • Manufacturing and department-specific equipment
  • Occasional forklift use
  • Computer, telephone, and related technology
Schedule & Attendance
  • Full-time position: 40 hours per week, 5 days per week
  • Overtime required based on production schedules
Physical Requirements
  • Standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, and climbing
  • Lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs
  • Manual dexterity for machinery operation and computer use
  • Ability to coordinate multiple movements simultaneously
Education & Experience
  • Education and/or equivalent experience managing production employees
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, work instructions, plans, and specifications
Work Environment
  • Manufacturing environment
  • Required use of safety equipment (safety glasses, appropriate footwear, etc.)
  • Loose-fitting clothing and jewelry not permitted
Performance Expectations
  • Consistently meet department quality, production, and delivery requirements
  • Ensure department output meets all technical and time specifications
About Cardinal Staffing
At Cardinal Staffing, we are dedicated to helping individuals unlock their career potential through meaningful job opportunities. As a leading staffing agency in the light industrial and manufacturing space, we pride ourselves on connecting talent with top employers across the Midwest and Southeast. With an estimated yearly revenue of $295 million, Surestaff was recently named one of the largest staffing firms in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).
We understand that finding the right job is about more than just a paycheck – it's about finding the opportunity that fits your skills, goals, and lifestyle. Here are the benefits you’ll enjoy when you partner with us:
Access to a wide range of job opportunities  
Competitive pay
Health and Wellness Programs (including EAP)
Medical benefits including medical, vision, dental, and prescriptions  
Electronic weekly pay
Employee Advocacy & Personalized Job Support  
Cardinal Staffing also follows all applicable state and local laws regarding sick time, paid time off, and retirement savings programs. Surestaff is an equal opportunity employer.
Notice Regarding the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Employment Decisions
In accordance with state mandates, we are providing this notice to inform all applicants and employees that artificial intelligence (AI) tools may be used at various stages of our employment processes. This may include recruitment, screening, hiring, promotion, or other employment‑related evaluations.
AI tools may assist in reviewing application materials, assessing qualifications, or supporting decision‑making. These tools do not replace human judgment; rather, they are used to support consistent and efficient evaluation.
Our commitment to speed-to-hire means we work efficiently to get you placed in the right role, fast. If you're ready to take control of your career, explore exciting opportunities, and gain experience that lasts, then Cardinal Staffing is the place for you. Let’s get started today!
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