Plant Manager

Develop operational programs, policies, procedures and controls. Make recommendations to improve production flow, equipment performance, quality of products, and cost savings.

Evaluate and recommend improvements to production scheduling to improve efficiencies.

Evaluate need and use of outsourced services where appropriate. Carefully review and obtain required approvals for all agreements for outside services.

Establish performance indicators, ensure sites meet or exceed and drive for continued excellence.

Optimize efficiencies and improve productivity.

Hire top talent, coach, train and motivate staff to ensure the highest levels of performance are met.

Position Requirements:

Bachelor’s Degree in Business/Management/Operations or another related field preferred.

A minimum of five years of steel manufacturing (welding) and operations leadership experience. Full site responsibility to include production, shipping, inventory, maintenance, etc.

Capability with implementation of best practices, continuous improvement, and lean tools including six sigma, 5-S, lean manufacturing, transactional lean,etc.

Computer skills including Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Power Point) to analyze data and trends.

Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs.

Leadership, team building, and advanced coaching skills; ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment.

Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations, maintenance, and engineering.

Strong analytical and decision-making skills and the ability to be adaptable and flexible.

Ability to build relationships, engender trust, and inspire a strong sense of camaraderie and accountability; the ability to motivate employees across the organization to achieve higher levels of performance.