Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Manager Job Description

Are you a skilled leader with a passion for manufacturing operations? We are seeking a Plant Manager to oversee our facility located in Birmingham, AL, 35209.

The ideal candidate will have experience in ERP software, lean manufacturing principles, scheduling, recruiting, and training, as well as a strong background in operations analysis and budgeting.

If you have a Bachelor's degree in industrial or manufacturing engineering and a proven track record in leadership and continuous improvement, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities :

• Utilize ERP software to streamline production processes
• Implement lean manufacturing principles to improve efficiency
• Schedule production activities to meet deadlines
• Recruit and train staff to build a high-performing team
• Conduct high-level operations analysis to identify areas for improvement
• Manage budgeting and forecasting for the facility
• Utilize labor management systems knowledge to optimize workforce productivity
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence
• Develop incentive-based rates for production to motivate employees
• Utilize basic computer skills for data analysis and reporting
• Oversee projects related to facility improvements and expansions

Qualifications :

• Bachelor's degree in industrial or manufacturing engineering
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of foundry environments
• Experience with leadership and people management
• Experience with building incentive-based rates for production
• Experience with labor management systems
• Experience with project management
• Strong communication / leadership skills.
• Good math and measurement skills.
• Independent and self-motivated.
• Great problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory skills, including training, counseling, and disciplinary actions.
• Thorough knowledge of company health, safety, and environmental policies
• Extensive knowledge of production processes and equipment. Ability to lead change management initiatives.
• Minimum 7 years of plant management experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Ability to climb stairs and ladders numerous times during a shift
• Ability to stand and walk up to 12 hours per day
• Ability to wear PPE, including, but not limited to, a respirator, hard hat, safety glasses, and uniform.
• Capable of lifting heavy objects to 50 pounds.
• Must be available on call as needed.

WHAT WE OFFER :

• Competitive Pay based on experience - weekly pay
• Paid time off, sick leave
• Free single coverage medical insurance, vision insurance, and dental insurance.
• Holiday Pay
• Employer paid Life, STD & LTD
• 401K with employer match
• Year end-bonus

NOTE : Job descriptions are developed to list the basic requirements of a job. Not all specific tasks and job functions are listed, and those listed are subject to change by management.

You should be proficient in :

• Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Scheduling Experience
• Recruiting and Training Experience
• High-level Operations Analysis
• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
• Foundry Environment Experience
• Leadership / People Management
• Bachelor's Degree
• Labor Management Systems Knowledge
• Continuous Improvement
• Building Incentive Based Rates for Production
• Basic Computer Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
• Project Management

Machines & technologies you'll use :

• ERP Software
30+ days ago