Plant Manager

About the role

MSA Safety is a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to help protect people and assets worldwide. We are seeking a Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing plant in Murrysville, PA.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and vision by setting strategy, driving employee engagement, and maintaining the right mix of skills and staff size to achieve organizational objectives.
• Establish objectives for direct reports, monitor progress, and provide coaching to achieve desired results.
• Translate broader corporate initiatives into plant-specific action plans.
• Lead and promote the use of the MSA Operating System at all levels within the organization.
• Develop strong working relationships with key company functions (Engineering, Marketing, Sales, etc.).
• Create and foster an environment for a high-performance team.
• Performance manage and develop the plant team.
• Drive safe practices in all aspects of the plant and engage associates in proactive safety and ergonomic programs, including Behavior Based Safety.
• Ensure systems and procedures meet OSHA and other regulatory compliance requirements.
• Ensure products are produced in accordance with design requirements and the MSA Quality Management System.
• Resolve customer issues in a timely manner.
• Establish production processes to meet customers’ delivery expectations.
• Drive continuous improvement activities and collaborate on projects to reduce product costs.
• Collaborate with New Product Development (NPD) teams to introduce new products into production on schedule and within budget.
• Develop and drive performance to the annual budget; manage and report on plant performance for customer service, quality, safety, and financial compliance.
• Apply business analytics and financial analysis to drive decisions.
• Identify short- and long-term needs for capital equipment for the plant.

Requirements

• Demonstrated leadership to drive execution and translate strategic priorities into operational reality.
• Excellent team-building skills, including the ability to motivate and build a cohesive team.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Strong business and financial acumen to drive organizational results.
• Ability to organize and prioritize a large number of diverse tasks.
• Ability to project a positive, professional image and drive associate engagement.
• Excellent decision-making skills and ability to delegate authority effectively.
• Demonstrated success in developing individuals’ skills and abilities.
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong stakeholder relationships.
• Experience in SIOP process and Supply Chain management.

Qualifications

This position is available at multiple career levels based on experience and education:

• Level I: B.S. degree in a related field or equivalent. 5+ years of production supervision or project management experience. 5+ years of Production/Plant Management or equivalent Project Management experience.
• Level II: B.S. degree in a related field or equivalent. 5+ years of production supervision or project management experience. 7+ years of Production/Plant Management or equivalent Project Management experience.
• Level III: 7+ years of production supervision or project management experience. 7+ years of Production/Plant Management or equivalent Project Management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s or advanced degree or certification.
• Experience managing others in supervisory roles across multiple departments or shifts.
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Familiarity with the MSA Operating System.
• Experience leading Lean, Six-Sigma, Continuous Improvement, or EHS initiatives, or implementing new processes.

This is an onsite position located in Murrysville, PA.