Manufacturing Plant Manager

• Minimum of five years of supervisory experience in a welded ASME code metal fabrication or other metal manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a keen attention to detail.
• Proficient interpersonal skills with the ability to resolve issues effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt quickly to changes and initiate action as needed.
• Proactive and self-motivated approach to tasks.

• Ensure strict adherence to Employee Health and Safety policies.
• Oversee day-to-day activities within the manufacturing plant.
• Contribute to the development and refinement of manufacturing policies and procedures.
• Manage staffing levels to meet production demands.
• Ensure availability of tools and equipment as per production requirements.
• Assess training needs of staff and develop training schedules accordingly.
• Contribute to the formulation of labor budgets for the Manufacturing Department.
• Manage Employee Development programs within the company.

• Meet contract production budgets.
• Maintain factory production schedules to ensure on-time delivery.
• Optimize employee utilization to maximize recovery hours.
• Enforce and uphold safety policies to achieve company objectives.
• Control production costs to align with annual budgets.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in manufacturing processes to enhance efficiencies and shorten lead times for products.

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or business administration preferred. Alternatively, a high school diploma or GED with over ten years of hands-on experience in the manufacturing industry.
• Proven track record of implementing best practices and driving measurable improvements in manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to engage and motivate teams at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with a focus on data-driven decision-making.

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