Job Overview

TE Connectivity is currently seeking a Plant Controller for our manufacturing facility in Mt. Joy, Pennsylvania, which is part of the Aerospace, Defense, and Marine business unit. We are looking for an exceptional Finance Business Partner to work closely with the plant manager and operational teams to execute plant strategy through insightful financial and business analysis. In this critical role, the Plant Controller will manage two direct reports and be responsible for analyzing and consolidating plant financial data that will guide plant decision making.

The Plant Controller will report directly to the Senior Manager Controller for the Connectors plant group within AD&M, who oversees financial responsibilities for six manufacturing plants. This role requires a high level of financial acumen and the ability to serve as a strategic partner to drive the plant’s financial performance.

Please note: This position may involve working with technical data, technology, software/source code, hardware, or other items (collectively “items) subject to U.S. and non-U.S. export control laws and regulations.  Under these regulations, it may be necessary for TE to verify a candidate’s national origin and/or citizenship status to determine whether a U.S. or other government export license is required prior to releasing its technologies to the candidate.  If TE determines that TE will require a license or will be prohibited by applicable laws from providing the candidate with items necessary for the performance of this position, then TE expressly reserves the right to either a) make an offer of employment contingent upon TE receiving required export licenses from the appropriate government agency, b) consider the candidate for a different position that is not subject to such restrictions, on whatever terms and conditions TE shall establish in its sole discretion, or c) decline to move forward with the candidate’s application.

Job Requirements

• Coordinate, execute, and finalize the Actual, Quarterly, and Annual financial reporting processes. Conduct monthly/quarterly plant reviews with operational teams and present findings to senior leadership.
• Identify and implement financial performance enhancements across all operational areas, including material spend, labor, overhead, and working capital.
• Analyze all plant variances, including labor efficiency, Work Order Variances, Purchase Price Variances (PPV), and subcontracting activities, providing actionable insights.
• Offer financial support and analysis for capital investment projects, capacity expansions, automation initiatives, and make/buy decisions.
• Lead and manage the Financial Team with a strong focus on Talent Development.

What your background should look like

Must Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, or a related discipline required.
• 5+ years of finance experience, particularly in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Ability to work cross functionally and be a key member of the plant leadership team.
• Strong knowledge of standard costing, variance analysis, cost accounting, and reporting, alongside strong financial analysis and forecasting modeling experience.
• Familiarity with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP).

Nice to Have:

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Operational Excellence principles.
• Understanding of manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain functions.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly SAP, as well as advanced proficiency in Excel and BI tools.

Competencies