Plant Manager

Plant Manager – Electro-Mechanical Manufacturing

Position Summary:

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading all manufacturing operations in a mid‑sized electro‑mechanical facility producing oil and gas equipment. This role is a hands‑on operational leader and Lean champion who drives safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance through Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement. The Plant Manager will build a culture of accountability, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement while developing leaders at all levels of the organization.

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• Lead all plant operations including production, assembly, test, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and facilities.
• Own plant performance metrics:
  Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Morale (SQDCM).
• Ensure production meets customer, regulatory, and business requirements for oil & gas equipment.
• Drive effective production planning, capacity management, and labor utilization.

• Serve as the site Lean leader, actively driving Lean principles across all functions.
• Lead and sustain Kaizen events, value stream mapping, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Implement and maintain 5S / 6S standards, visual management, and standardized work.
• Drive waste elimination (defects, overproduction, waiting, motion, inventory, etc.).
• Establish problem‑solving discipline using root cause analysis (A3, 5 Whys, Fishbone).
• Develop a culture where improvement is owned by the floor, not delegated to CI staff.

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, engineers, and functional leaders.
• Build a high‑engagement culture focused on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Foster teamwork between production, engineering, quality, and supply chain.
• Drive training and skills development for electro‑mechanical assembly and test operations.
• Promote Lean leadership behaviors at all levels.

• Ensure a safe working environment and compliance with all EHS requirements.
• Champion proactive safety culture aligned with 6S principles.
• Ensure quality systems meet customer and industry standards (ISO, API, etc., as applicable).
• Drive defect reduction, first‑pass yield improvement, and corrective action effectiveness.

• Own plant P&L performance including labor, overhead, scrap, and inventory.
• Drive cost reduction through Lean initiatives and productivity improvements.
• Support capital planning, equipment investments, and facility improvements.
• Collaborate with corporate leadership on strategic objectives and growth plans.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience leading electro‑mechanical assembly and test operations.
• Strong background in Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S / 6S.
• Experience in oil & gas, industrial equipment, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to lead cultural change and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Lean certification (Lean Leader, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
• Experience in high‑mix, low‑to‑medium volume manufacturing environments.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production

Industries:
Manufacturing, Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing, and Motor Vehicle Manufacturing