XPL Plant Manager

Position Overview

Lead launch and day‑to‑day operations of a new prefabrication facility (“plant”) designed to support construction projects with offsite‑manufactured components. Develop and oversee the plant’s stability and performance, establish safety protocols, build a high‑performing team culture, manage operational systems, and ensure efficient production of high‑quality outputs.

• Lead establishment of prefabrication facility safety culture from day one, model safe work practices, and create a zero‑incident environment.
• Develop and implement comprehensive safety policies, site‑specific training programs, emergency response plans, and risk assessments.
• Conduct regular audits and take immediate corrective action for unsafe plant conditions to promote compliance with OSHA regulations and internal safety standards.
• Manage daily operations across fabrication, assembly, logistics, and material handling with emphasis on safety, quality, and throughput.
• Develop and execute production schedules aligned with project demand and just‑in‑time delivery models.
• Track and report on operational performance metrics (safety, quality, productivity, cost) and use data to drive continuous improvements.
• Recruit, onboard, and develop a skilled, safety‑conscious team of operators, technicians, and supervisors.
• Build and sustain a high‑trust, high‑performance team culture centered on ownership, respect, and open communication.
• Provide coaching and mentoring to develop skills in continuous improvement, problem‑solving, and lean manufacturing principles (5S, standardized work, visual management).
• Design and implement Quality Assurance (QA) processes to validate outputs meet design specifications, tolerances, and code requirements.
• Lead Kaizen events and implement lessons learned to refine and stabilize production processes.
• Integrate plant operations with project management and supply chain functions and leverage digital tools (BIM, ERP/MRP systems, tracking dashboards).
• Stay informed on trends in construction technology and prefabrication, assessing innovations to enhance operational efficiency and capabilities.
• Manage operating budgets, labor forecasting, material procurement strategies, and plant capacity modeling.
• Partner with Finance and planning teams to forecast costs, ROI, and scale needs as the plant matures.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Construction Management, or related field, with a minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing operations (preferably in construction or prefabrication) or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Leadership experience managing plant operations, including team development, safety compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and Quality Assurance systems.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (OSHA) and quality standards in manufacturing environments.
• Experience with digital tools (BIM, ERP/MRP systems) and prefabrication technologies.
• Strong leadership skills to drive a high‑performance culture, coach teams, and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to manage production schedules, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and drive cost‑effective solutions.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills to identify and address challenges, risks, and opportunities with a focus on operational efficiency.
• Ability to maintain detailed records and generate operational and financial reports.
• Advanced project management skills, highly organized, and able to manage concurrent complex projects and tasks successfully.
• Ability to hold confidential discussions, influence leadership decision‑making, determine…