Plant Manager

About Overland AI: 

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Seattle, Washington, Overland AI is transforming land operations for modern defense. The company leverages over a decade of advanced research in robotics and machine learning, as well as a field-test forward ethos, to deliver combined capabilities for unit commanders. Our OverDrive autonomy stack enables ground vehicles to navigate and operate off-road in any terrain without GPS or direct operator control. Our intuitive OverWatch C2 interface provides commanders with precise coordination capabilities essential for mission success.

Overland AI has secured funding from prominent defense tech investors, including 8VC and Point 72, and built trusted partnerships with DARPA, the U.S. Army, Marine Corps, and Special Operations Command. Backed by eight-figure contracts across the Department of Defense, we are strengthening national security by iterating closely with end users engaged in tactical operations.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and results-driven Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations of our state-of-the-art unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) manufacturing facility. This role is critical to ensuring the production of high-quality, reliable autonomous vehicles while maintaining a focus on efficiency, safety, and continuous improvement. The Plant Manager will oversee all plant operations, drive operational excellence, and ensure the facility operates at the highest levels of productivity, safety, and quality. Reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), this position requires a strong leader who can foster a collaborative work environment, streamline processes, and solve complex challenges in a fast-paced, high-tech manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operational Leadership:
   • Lead and manage all aspects of day-to-day plant operations to meet production goals, quality standards, and safety regulations.
   • Develop and implement production plans, including scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization to ensure efficient manufacturing of UGVs.
   • Monitor plant performance metrics (KPIs), identifying areas for improvement and implement corrective actions as needed.
   • Establish and maintain production targets, focusing on maximizing productivity while minimizing downtime and waste.
2. Staff Management and Development:
   • Directly supervise a team of supervisors, engineers, and production staff, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and capable of meeting operational objectives.
   • Foster a positive and productive work environment, leading by example and promoting a culture of accountability, teamwork, and respect.
   • Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide coaching, and identify opportunities for employee development and career growth.
   • Ensure proper staffing levels and work sche