Plant Manager

We are currently seeking an experienced Plant Manager that will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of a fabrication manufacturing facility, including production operations, safety, quality, maintenance, inventory control, continuous improvement, and workforce management.

* Location-Wallingford, CT

• Direct and manage daily manufacturing operations, including fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and finishing processes.
• Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining quality and cost targets.
• Monitor plant performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) such as productivity, efficiency, scrap rates, and on-time delivery.
• Optimize workflow, labor utilization, and equipment capacity.
• Promote a culture of safety and accountability throughout the facility.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety audits, inspections, and corrective action programs.
• Lead incident investigations and implement preventive measures.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer specifications.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, rework, and waste.
• Partner with Quality Assurance teams to resolve quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with applicable industry certifications and standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, managers, and plant personnel.
• Establish performance expectations and conduct employee evaluations.
• Foster employee engagement, teamwork, and professional development.
• Manage staffing levels, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance programs are effectively executed.
• Maximize equipment uptime and manufacturing reliability.
• Oversee facility maintenance and capital improvement projects.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend upgrades as needed.
• Drive process improvements that increase productivity, quality, safety, and profitability.
• Utilize data analytics and performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
• Actively supports all Standard Technology activities, i.e. failure analysis etc.
• Familiarity with ISO standards and requirements.
• Exercises independent judgment as needed.

The above declarations represent a general outline of the duties and responsibilities of this position. Duties may be added or subtracted as business conditions or other circumstances require.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, manufacturing, operations management, or related Field.
• 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations or related leadership role is required.
• Extensive experience with lean manufacturing, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, including but not limited to budgeting, cost management, and resource planning.
• Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions to drive operational improvements.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities with a proven track record of managing large teams and complex manufacturing environments.
• In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, equipment, and industry best practices.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of operational processes, logistics, and quality control.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Proficiency in relevant software tools (e.g., Microsoft Office, project management software).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.