Assistant Plant Manager

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

Responsibilities

• Champion a zero-incident safety culture across fabrication, stamping, and wire forming operations.
• Ensure OSHA compliance, machine guarding integrity, lockout/tagout adherence, and proper PPE usage.
• Conduct safety audits within laser cutting cells, press operations, and wire bending equipment.
• Provide technical leadership for CNC laser & plasma cutting systems (e.g., Amada, Komatsu, Trumpf, or equivalent).
• Oversee nesting optimization, cut parameter development (feed rate, power, assist gas), and material utilization efficiency.
• Drive reduction in scrap and rework through programming refinement and first-piece validation processes.
• Ensure proper calibration, focus alignment, and preventative maintenance of laser systems.
• Collaborate with engineering on CAD/CAM integration and program validation prior to production release.
• Monitor machine uptime, cutting efficiency, and consumable life to improve OEE.
• Supervise stamping operations including progressive dies, transfer dies, and single-hit press applications.
• Ensure die setup accuracy, tonnage monitoring, and part conformity to dimensional tolerances.
• Partner with tooling and maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve changeover efficiency (SMED).
• Drive scrap reduction and die performance optimization.
• Oversee CNC wire bending/forming machines and related automation.
• Ensure program accuracy, tooling selection, bend sequence optimization, and repeatability.
• Monitor wire feed systems, straighteners, and cut-to-length performance.
• Collaborate with quality to maintain tight tolerance control on formed components.
• Partner with Master Planner/Scheduler to align production output with demand and capacity planning.
• Drive throughput improvements across laser, stamping, forming, and secondary operations.
• Accountable for production quality, first-pass yield, and corrective action implementation.
• Maintain MRO budget and ensure cost-effective procurement of tooling, consumables, and spare parts.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen events, 5S, visual management, and waste elimination.
• Monitor KPIs including OEE, scrap %, labor efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain to manage raw material levels (sheet steel, coil stock, wire rod).
• Ensure accurate inventory transactions within ERP/MRP systems.
• Oversee cycle counts, annual physical inventory, and WIP accuracy.
• Optimize material flow from receiving through fabrication to shipping.
• Work closely with Maintenance to maximize equipment uptime across lasers, presses, and wire formers.
• Ensure adherence to preventative and predictive maintenance schedules.
• Support root cause analysis on equipment failures.
• Drive continuous improvement in machine reliability and asset longevity.
• Maintain plant organization and cleanliness aligned with 5S methodology.
• Implement continuous improvement strategies to improve workflow and reduce bottlenecks.
• Support layout optimization initiatives for fabrication cells and material staging.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels aligned with production demands.
• Enforce performance management standards.
• Develop team members in laser programming & operation, press setup, wire forming, and Lean methodologies.
• Foster cross-training initiatives to increase workforce flexibility.
• Lead by example in accountability, discipline, and performance expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years supervisory experience in fabrication, machine shop, or metal manufacturing environment.
• Advanced technical knowledge of fiber laser cutting systems and CAD/CAM programming.
• Strong understanding of:
  • Nesting software optimization
  • CNC code interpretation
  • Stamping press operations and die setup
  • Wire forming/bending processes
  • Sheet metal fabrication best practices
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production reporting tools.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel for KPI tracking and data analysis).
• Ability to analyze production metrics and implement corrective actions.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Ability to wear required PPE in industrial environment.
• Minimal travel required.
• Valid Driver’s License preferred.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.