Plant Manager (Construction)

About the role

Ensure the efficient management of precast manufacturing operations by overseeing the production planning, staffing, and day-to-day manufacturing operations in a cost-effective manner.

Accurately track and record metrics, troubleshoot and resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.

Act as a leader in terms of continuous improvement and change management.

Analyze data drawn from production reports in order to identify possible improvements to better efficiencies and reduce quality defects.

Communicate, implement and apply company policies and procedures.

Motivate employees, be a positive source of influence, lead by example.

Encourage autonomous work by empowering employees.

Develop a training plan and ensure succession planning.

Ensure the product quality standards are met through inspections and material testing procedures.

Administer company safety program ensuring compliance with required training and OSHA safety procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the efficient management of precast manufacturing operations.
• Oversee production planning, staffing, and day-to-day manufacturing operations.
• Track and record metrics, troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data for efficiency and quality improvements.
• Implement company policies and procedures.
• Motivate and lead a team.
• Develop and implement training plans.
• Ensure product quality standards are met.
• Administer company safety program.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience successfully managing a precast concrete manufacturing plant.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to present oneself and communicate professionally.
• Strong knowledge of production management in the concrete industry.
• Working knowledge of large machine operation, construction, and shipping and fulfillment.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction, develop, and lead a team.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Mathematical skills and mechanical abilities to diagnose and solve problems.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dedication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and manufacturing/ERP/database systems software.
• Proactive problem-solving techniques.
• Thorough, organized, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Sound planning skills.
• Valid drivers' license and ability to travel 10-15% of the time.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience successfully managing a precast concrete manufacturing plant.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Strong knowledge of production management in the concrete industry.
• Working knowledge of large machine operation, construction, and shipping and fulfillment.
• Knowledge and experience of implementing Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to provide direction, develop, and lead a team.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Mathematical skills and mechanical abilities to diagnose and solve problems.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and dedication.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and manufacturing/ERP/database systems software.
• Proactive problem-solving techniques.
• Thorough, organized, and detail-oriented approach to work.
• Sound planning skills.
• Valid drivers' license and ability to travel 10-15% of the time.

Skills

• Production Management
• Lean Manufacturing
• Leadership
• Team Building
• Quality Control
• Safety Compliance

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including competitive pay, a 401k match, paid vacation, holidays, employee discounts, and more.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible scheduling to accommodate project needs.