Plant Manager
NOX METALS · Los Angeles, CA · 1 wk ago
On-siteManufacturing$132k–$146k/yrFull-time
About Nox Metals. American factories deserve a supply chain that moves as fast as they do. Nox Metals is building it, along with the tools that run it. We’re a technology company supplying aluminum plate, bar, and rounds to aerospace and defense manufacturers. We use software and automation to supply metal to American factories faster than the industry thought possible. The role. We’re hiring a Plant Manager to own the safety, people, quality, delivery, and productivity of a Nox Metals facility. You will build a disciplined operation that ships accurate orders on time while developing a strong team and protecting the integrity of our inventory. You own the plant’s daily results. You will be visible on the floor, use data to understand problems, and build systems that improve performance as we grow. You will: Own plant safety, quality, delivery, labor, throughput, and inventory accuracyLead Production Supervisors, operators, material handlers, and shipping teamsTranslate demand into production, staffing, and equipment plansEstablish standard work and a consistent daily management rhythmRemove constraints and coordinate maintenance, supply chain, and quality supportDevelop frontline leaders and maintain clear accountability at every levelPartner with sales and customer teams on priorities and recovery plansSupport hiring, onboarding, scheduling, and performance managementPlan capacity and operating improvements as volume growsMaintain a clean, organized, customer-ready facilityComplete other tasks as assigned You are: A visible, hands-on manufacturing leaderUncompromising on safety and product integrityStrong at developing people and building accountable teamsComfortable managing through operating metricsAble to balance today’s customer commitments with long-term process improvementClear and decisive under pressureComfortable with modern software and automation Nice to have: Experience leading a manufacturing, metals, distribution, or industrial operationExperience with multi-shift operationsFamiliarity with capacity planning, maintenance, quality systems, or continuous improvementExperience launching or scaling a facilityComfortable using AI tools to work faster and smarter Benefits: Equity in Nox MetalsCompany-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance This role is full time and in person at our Los Angeles or Detroit facility. Nox Metals is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on skill, attitude, and fit for the work, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, height, weight, marital status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Compensation Range: $132,354 - $146,286