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We see growth potential in every team member, and are committed to supporting our employees with continuous training and advancement opportunities.
Our environment? We’re corporate, without being “corporate.” Whether you work at our headquarters, manufacturing facilities, or one of our global distribution businesses, you’ll always have the freedom to create and contribute. Our company vision is “Passionate People, Astounded Customers.” Quite simply: it revolves around people
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AriensCo is looking for a passionate Plant Manager for our snow product manufacturing plant in Brillion, WI. This role is responsible for achieving production, quality, and safety goals by managing and optimizing processes such as laser cutting, robotic metal forming and welding, and high‑volume assembly. This leader drives continuous improvement through cross‑functional collaboration, monitors key performance metrics, ensures compliance with safety and environmental standards, and fosters a culture of accountability, teamwork, and ongoing development.
THE DAY TO DAY...
Live by and promote the Ariens Core Values and 15 Principles
Lead Operational Excellence of the manufacturing plant, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety protocols are met
Manage and optimize processes involving laser cutting, robotic metal forming, robotic welding, and high-volume assembly
Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality
Lead cross-functional teams including fabrication, welding, and assembly to drive continuous improvement
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, logistics) to resolve issue and implement process improvements
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies
Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to assess performance and identify areas for improvement.
Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and professional development among plant staff
Collaborate with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials and finished goods
THE QUALIFICATIONS...
Bachelor’s degree preferred
Minimum of 10 years of experience in manufacturing operations
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
Since 1933, the AriensCo name has been associated with reliable, durably crafted, high-performance outdoor power equipment. Our core values – Be Honest, Be Fair, Respect the Individual, Keep our Commitments, and Encourage Intellectual Curiosity define our culture and inspire our team. We believe passionate people and astounded customers lead to unstoppable success.
Our employees’ quality of life is important to us. When people feel appreciated, respected and supported, careers thrive and ideas come to fruition. AriensCo employees are provided various great benefit opportunities which may include:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance effective first day of employment
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA) plan
401(k) match and profit-sharing plans
Life Insurance
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
Short Term Disability
Parental Leave
Onsite Marketplace Care Partners at all locations
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement and Apprenticeship Programs
Safety shoes and safety prescription glasses reimbursement
Employee Product Purchase Program
50% Daycare discount **Brillion Early Learning Center
10% tuition discount at KinderCare Learning Centers nationwide **Excludes Brillion Early Learning Center
Onsite health clinic with Bellin Health **Brillion Campus Only
Nearsite & Urgent Care Clinic Options **Brillion Campus Only
The concept of diversity is important to us at AriensCo. That’s why we’ve created a culture that is inclusive, accepting and understanding. We embrace diversity among our partners, suppliers and employees. We also strive for diversity in the quality of our ideas. Inclusion and acceptance means that, regardless of who you are, you will always be standing on our welcome mat.
AriensCo is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and steadfastly committed to hiring and selecting the most qualified candidate for any open position. It is the policy of AriensCo to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
Providing our employees with an environment free of discrimination and harassment is something we take very seriously. Embracing diversity enables us to attract the best qualified talent, foster productive teamwork, and expand our business opportunities.