Plant Manager

About the role

GTI is seeking a Plant Manager to support the planning, launch, and sustainment of manufacturing operations for new and existing production facilities in Buffalo, NY. This role will work closely with Company ownership, Engineering, Operations, and facility planning teams to support facility layout development, process implementation, manufacturing efficiency initiatives, and operational readiness activities.

Responsibilities

• Facility Planning & Operational Development: Partner with Engineering and Operations teams in the design layout and process development for new manufacturing facilities and production lines
• Provide operational guidance related to manufacturing practicality, workflow efficiency, and implementation of proposed processes and procedures
• Support planning and implementation activities associated with facility expansion, manufacturing readiness, and operational scalability
• Manufacturing Operations Leadership: Plan, organize, direct, and oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations across the facility
• Provide leadership and direction to hourly production staff and operational teams
• Drive production output, operational efficiency, product quality, and on-time delivery performance
• Safety, Quality & Operational Performance: Commit to and enforce plant safety procedures, policies, and operational standards
• Support a strong safety culture through accountability, engagement, and operational discipline
• Ensure manufacturing operations support quality expectations, process compliance, and customer requirements
• Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Implement operational strategies aligned with company initiatives and long-term growth objectives
• Provide clear direction, leadership, and focus across manufacturing operations
• Develop strategic initiatives for the facility and partner cross-functionally to execute operational improvements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as a Plant Manager or senior manufacturing operations leader
• Proven experience overseeing multiple departments and managing plant operations within manufacturing environments
• Experience with budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and people management
• Prior experience supporting the design and implementation of new production lines or manufacturing facilities
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, industrial equipment, and production workflows
• Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, inventory, and operational stewardship processes
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Word and Excel
• Strong team building, leadership, decision-making, and people management skills

Preferred Industry Background

• High-mix, low-volume manufacturing
• Modular fabrication or industrial assembly
• Structural steel fabrication or welding operations
• Electrical integration or industrial equipment manufacturing
• Contract manufacturing environments
• Data center, energy, defense, or heavy industrial manufacturing