Assistant Plant Manager

Ultipro; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Meyer Utility Structures in Lancaster, SC is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to report to the Plant Manager and oversee production scheduling, outsourcing, capacity utilization, material fabrication and welding. This role collaborates with Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance, Finance and HR.

You will lead scheduling and production teams, drive Lean manufacturing to improve safety, quality and on-time delivery, ensure adherence to Meyer Quality standards, and manage the master

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, preferably as an Operations Manager or Assistant Plant Manager.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Ability to relocate.
• Experience in LEAN manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead department managers in Scheduling, Shipping, Fabrication and Welding operations.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to safety, quality, delivery and productivity.
• Make decisions guided by policies, procedures and strategic plans.
• Develop a safe workplace culture and ensure team safety.
• Ensure compliance with Meyer Quality standards and COPQ reduction initiatives.
• Manage the production schedule to meet master production dates.
• Oversee receiving and shipping to ensure materials are available and finished goods meet customers on time.

Skills

Leadership

Lean manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Meyer Utility Structures is currently looking to hire an Assistant Plant Manager for their plant operation located in Lancaster, SC. Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Assistant Plant Manager will support the facility through operations management in production scheduling, outsourcing, capacity utilization, material fabrication and welding processes. This position will lead and direct production scheduling, production, production inventories, shipping and receiving and will indirectly support other functional leaders in Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance and work closely with Finance and Human Resources.

Meyer Utility Structures is a proud subsidiary of the infrastructure company, Arcosa, Inc. We commit to and pride ourselves on providing reliable structures, superior service, and product solutions. Meyer Utility Structures is an industry leader in the engineering design and fabrication of concrete, lattice, and tubular steel structures for transmission, distribution, and substation applications.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead department managers in Scheduling, Shipping, Fabrication and Welding operations
• Exhibit a strong work ethic focusing on Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Productivity through the application of Lean Manufacturing principles
• Make decisions guided by policies, procedures, and strategic business plans
• Exercise independent judgment successfully
• Lead the development and sustainment of a safe workplace culture, and ensure safety of all team members
• Understand and apply Meyer Quality standards to ensure compliance, while supporting the implementation of Quality at the Source initiatives and reducing the Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) drivers
• Manage the production schedule process to ensure a smooth and efficient production process by removing obstacles and identifying, developing, sourcing, and applying resources necessary to meet delivery dates set by the master production schedule
• Manage and lead the receiving and shipping department to ensure materials are readily available for production start dates and finished goods are delivered to follow on processes and customers with high quality on time
• Manage and lead daily production activities in material fabrication, fitting, welding, and finishing by identifying, developing, sourcing, and applying resources necessary to meet production targets.
• Prioritize the necessary resources and define the tactical steps required to accomplish goals on time and ensure completion
• Set clear and consistent expectations for performance, hold teams-accountable and develop leadership skills amongst team members
• Coordinate and supervise the daily activities of departmental performance across all shifts
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

What You’ll Need:

• 7+ years of experience in a manufacturing supervisory role, preferably as an Operations Manager, Assistant Plant Manager
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Ability to relocate
• Ability to work in a varied outdoor environment (cold, hot, dry, dusty, rainy)
• Experience in an industrial steel manufacturing plant preferred
• Experience in a LEAN manufacturing organization preferred
• Ability to apply quality control and manufacturing best practices for customer specification, code and regulatory & testing requirements
• Microsoft Office Suite experience and proficiency with Excel is a must
• Written and verbal communication with the specific ability to communicate and interface with peers and customers is necessary
• Strong analytical, organizational, decision-making abilities
• Flexibility to be available after hours, weekends and holidays as needed to support operations

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