pstrongAre you a results-driven leader with a passion for operational excellence? Border Tire is seeking a dynamic Retread Plant Manager to oversee daily operations at our newest Retread Plant in Mentone, CA. This is a high-impact role perfect for a strong leader who thrives on optimizing processes and driving performance./strong/ppThestrongRetread Plant Manager/strongis responsible for leading all daily operations of a Michelin Retread Technologies (MRT) certified retread facility. This role ensures safe, efficient, and consistent production of high-quality Michelin retreads while maintaining strict compliance with MRT standards, quality requirements, and operational best practices. The Plant Manager drives performance through strong leadership, disciplined processes, and continuous improvement./pp/ppstrongKey Responsibilities:/strong/pul liEnsure full compliance with all Michelin Retread Technologies (MRT) standards, audits, and certifications./li liOversee all phases of the MRT process including casing inspection, repair, buffing, building, curing, finishing, and final inspection./li liMaintain Michelin-required documentation, process controls and quality records./li liPrepare for and lead Michelin audits, address findings promptly and effectively./li liEnsure proper handling, tracking and grading of customer and company-owned casings./li liPlan, schedule and manage daily production to meet customer delivery and volume targets./li liMonitor plant KPIs including throughput, yield, scrap rates, downtime and labor efficiency./li liEnsure equipment reliability through preventative maintenance and timely repairs./li liCoordinate workflow to maximize plant efficiency and minimize bottlenecks./li liEnforce OSHOA, environmental and Michelin safety standards./li liPromote a string safety culture through training, audits and daily accountability./li liInvestigate incidents and implement corrective actions./li liLead, coach, and develop supervisors and production employees./li liManage staffing levels, training, scheduling and labor productivity./li liConduct performance evaluations and corrective actions as necessary./li liBuild a culture of accountability, teamwork and continuous improvement./li liManager tread rubber, envelopes, cements, casings and other retread materials./li liControl costs related to labor, materials, utilities, maintenance, and scrap./li liEnsure proper casing inventory accuracy and traceability./li liDrive lean manufacturing and waste reduction initiatives./li liAnalyze production data to identify opportunities for improvement./li liImplement best practices aligned with Michelin recommendations./li liCommunicate effectively with sales, center managers and senior leadership./li liProvide regular reports on production, quality, safety and financial performance./li liAddress customer concerns related to retread quality or delivery./li/ulp/ppstrongQualifications:/strong/pul li10+ years of manufacturing or industrial operations experience../li li5+ years of supervisory or plant management experience./li liDemonstrated ability to lead teams and manage plant operations./li liStrong working knowledge of LEAN methodologies and experience implementing (Preferred)./li liStrong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills./li liProficiency in Microsoft Office and production management systems./li/ulpstrong/strong/ppstrongCompensation:/strong/pul liBase Salary ranges from $100,000 - $125,000 per year/li liRole qualifies for incentive bonus dependent on performance of plant, including but not limited to productivity and overhead costs/li/ulpstrongBenefits:/strong/pul liComprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance./li liSafe Harbor Retirement savings plan with company match./li liPaid time off and holidays./li liOngoing training and professional development opportunities./li liOpportunity to work with a leading company in the commercial tire industry./li/ulp/ppReady to lead the way? We value innovation, integrity, and the pursuit of operational excellence. If youre ready to make an impact, drive growth, and lead a talented team to new heights, we invite you to APPLY NOW!/pp/ppstrongCompany Overview:/strong/ppBorder Tire is all things tire. We are a Michelin Commercial Service Network Dealer (MCSN) specializing in medium-duty, heavy-duty, agricultural, and industrial-size tires. We carry a wide variety of brands to meet your needs. Join a leading provider of commercial tire solutions in California, renowned for our exceptional products and services. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We seek dynamic and driven individuals to join our team and contribute to our success./ppWe are available when you need us most: 24 hours a day / 7 days a week / 365 days a year./p Pay Range: 100000.00-125000.00 per_year, General Benefits: 401(k), Dental Insurance, Health Insurance, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision insurance