Plant Manager

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The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing operations. This role ensures production efficiency, quality control, safety compliance, and team development in alignment with company goals and strategic initiatives.

May include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead plant operations to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety goals.
• Oversee the layout and optimization of equipment, workflow, and workforce utilization specific to concrete tile manufacturing.
• Develop and execute operational strategies to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma).
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including Sales, Product Development, and Supply Chain to ensure customer satisfaction and timely delivery.
• Manage plant budgets, including operating and capital expenditures, aligned with market demand and business forecasts.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.
• Promote a safe work environment and lead initiatives to achieve zero‑injury performance.
• Train and develop supervisory and managerial talent within the plant.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related technical field.

Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations, preferably in building materials or concrete products. Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is highly desirable.

• Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities.
• Proficiency in interpreting financial reports, P&L statements, and operational KPIs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and decision‑making skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing software tools.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

• Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels and exposure to dust and heat.

Seniority level:
Director

Employment type:

Full‑time

Job function:
Management and Manufacturing (Chemical Manufacturing)

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