Rauch & Associates

Own and lead a high-volume manufacturing plant focusing on safety, quality, and operational excellence. | Senior leadership experience in manufacturing, proven ability to develop leaders, and strong operational discipline. | Role Overview This is a senior plant leadership role responsible for end-to-end ownership of a high-volume manufacturing operation. The plant is stable, well-run, and operating with strong momentum — this is not a turnaround. The leader in this role will have real autonomy to run the operation, develop leaders, and continue strengthening a people-first, accountability-driven culture within a structuredructured and well-resourced organization. Key Responsibilities • Own overall plant performance across safety, production, quality, maintenance, and cost • Lead, coach, and develop a multi-layer leadership team (managers, supervisors, frontline leaders) • Sustain and elevate a strong culture of accountability without fear • Drive disciplined daily execution while keeping long-term improvement in focus • Ensure consistent adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory standards • Partner cross-functionally with supply chain, quality, engineering, and HR • Use data and KPIs to guide decisions while remaining highly visible on the floor • Communicate clearly and confidently with senior leadership and frontline teams • Own outcomes — good and bad — with transparency and integrity What Makes This Role Different • True plant ownership, not micromanagement • Strong foundation already in place — build forward, don’t clean up • Balance of stability and autonomy • High trust environment with clear expectations • Culture-focused leadership valued as much as operational results Required Background • Senior leadership experience in manufacturing operations • Experience in high-velocity, low-buffer environments • Proven track record developing leaders and sustaining culture change • Comfortable operating under constant production pressure • Experience leading cross-functional teams in a plant setting Industry background is flexible; operating rigor and leadership mindset matter more than sector. Required Skills • People development and coaching • Safety leadership and accountability • Operational discipline and execution • Continuous improvement mindset • Data-driven decision-making • Cross-functional leadership • Executive-level communication • Calm leadership under pressure • Cultural stewardship • Strong ownership mentality Ideal Candidate Profile This role is well-suited for someone who: • Wants ownership without chaos • Values developing people as much as hitting numbers • Is confident, grounded, and ego-free • Prefers substance over title-chasing • Is looking to build on something that’s already working

Lead new business development efforts by leveraging existing relationships, manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to contract signing, and collaborate with internal teams to align production with customer needs. | Proven strategic hunter with strong relationship-building and closing skills, deep industry trust, and ability to drive awarded contracts and support company growth. | Ready to bring your book of business where it counts? A well-established precision machining supplier in Michigan is looking for a high-performing, well-connected Director of Sales and Business Development to secure new, awarded business—not just RFQs. This is your opportunity to make an immediate impact by shortening sales cycles, opening doors with your relationships, and bringing home signed contracts. What You’ll Do: • Actively hunt for new business opportunities across automotive and adjacent markets • Leverage your book of business to shorten the sales cycle • Own the full sales process — from prospecting to quoting to contract signature • Present technical solutions confidently to OEM and Tier 1 stakeholders • Collaborate with internal teams to align production with customer needs • Be a visible, trusted partner for both customers and internal leadership What We’re Looking For: • A strategic hunter with strong relationship-building skills. • Someone who brings not only sales acumen but also deep industry trust. • A closer — someone who can turn opportunities into awarded contracts. • An individual who understands the urgency of redeploying equipment and winning business to support company operations and growth. What’s In It For You? • Autonomy and flexibility to build your own success • A company that wants to buy your time — your relationships, your industry equity • Competitive compensation package • No relocation required; just bring your network and your results We’re ready to invest in someone who delivers. If that sounds like you, apply now or connect with us directly.