Plant Manager directs a plant or production facility's overall operations. Sets and implements policies and procedures that guide plant operations' productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. Being a Plant Manager utilizes operational metrics to analyze productivity and set performance targets to achieve production goals. Develops and deploys manufacturing practices focused on quality and continuous improvement. Additionally, Plant Manager develops and implements plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures to meet OSHA and other required regulations. Collaborates with multi-functional plant teams, including finance, engineering, materials, quality assurance, and human resources. Leads or participates in labor relations negotiations and engages with union leadership involving plant operations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering or equivalent. Typically reports to senior management. The Plant Manager manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Plant Manager typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
This Manager oversees and coordinates the daily operations of the plant, ensuring efficient production, built-in quality, and adherence to safety protocols and the AS9100 standards. This role involves strategic planning, personnel management, and continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant performance and meet production goals. The right candidate is an organized leader with strong time management and interpersonal skills, who will ultimately be responsible for providing quality products in a timely manner to the most influential and recognizable names in defense.
The incumbent will have:
- 3 years of manufacturing management experience, including managing multiple supervisors
- a bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or other related fields AND/OR 7-10 years of overall manufacturing experience
- strong background in metal fabrication
- proficiency in interpreting blueprints/shop drawings
- experience planning production lines
- strong personnel management and communication skills
- computer competency, specifically with the MS Office suite
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