Plant Manager

We are searching for a strong leader to fill the open position of Plant Manager at our Jonesboro, AR facility! We welcome your business leadership and people leadership and drive to excellence.

Join our team today and be a part of Delivering Goods for the Good of All.

• Manage the day-to-day direction of the plant operations leadership team, including superintendents, foremen, and supervisors
• Establish functional business plans and technical project objectives to meet the short- and long-term goals of a production organization
• Exercise supervision with respect to production volume, cost and quality of production; meeting production and delivery dates
• Direct auxiliary functions within a plant to support manufacturing operations: material control, tooling engineering, estimating, purchasing (MRO)
• Monitor performance and implement corrective actions to maintain momentum
• Align plant strategies with Trinity’s broader vision, delivering clarity, focus, and results
• Build and refine systems that elevate productivity, track key metrics, and maximize ROI
• Interpret blueprints and production drawings to design cost effective, quality-driven workflows
• Maintain responsibility for maintenance of plant and production facilities, including corrective actions and preventative maintenance program
• Forecast labor requirements and recommend equipment and layout changes
• Recommend changes in production methods or material handling procedures
• Maintain compliance with Company policies, safety standards and good housekeeping practices
• Work with QA team to ensure that products meet customer standards and specifications

• A Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education and experience
• 7+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing operations and production environments
• Must have prior experience in a Plant manager role and proven leadership skills promoting team engagement
• 5+ years driving continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing settings
• Prior railcar manufacturing, repair and/or maintenance experience highly preferred
• Prior ownership of production output and production planning to ensure smooth and efficient operations
• Ability to communicate with clarity and confidence across all levels of the organization
• Demonstrated leadership in creation of a plant environment that supports the community as a vital neighbor

$160,000 - $190,000 a year

+ 25% annual bonus target and also eligible for long term incentive

EOE

Our company and its subsidiary or affiliated companies (hereinafter “Trinity”) are committed to equal employment opportunity. It is our policy to consider candidates for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.