Assistant Plant Manager - Lean Manufacturing & Operations

Arcosa Inc.; Steele (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Meyer Utility Structures in Gadsden, AL is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to lead production scheduling, fabrication, welding, shipping and receiving, and to partner with safety, quality, and maintenance teams. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will steer lean manufacturing initiatives, manage master production scheduling, and drive on-time delivery while ensuring safe, compliant operations.

A Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in manufacturing management are preferred; relocation may be

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing management role (Operations Manager/Assistant Plant Manager preferred).
• Bachelor’s Degree required.

Responsibilities

• Lead department managers in scheduling, fabrication and welding operations.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to improve safety, quality, delivery, and productivity.
• Manage production schedule process to meet master production schedule delivery dates.
• Oversee receiving and shipping to ensure materials availability and on-time finished goods.

Skills

Manufacturing management

Operations management

LEAN manufacturing

Scheduling

Leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Flexibility after hours

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Meyer Utility Structures in Gadsden, AL is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to lead production scheduling, fabrication, welding, shipping and receiving, and to partner with safety, quality, and maintenance teams. Reporting to the Plant Manager, you will steer lean manufacturing initiatives, manage master production scheduling, and drive on-time delivery while ensuring safe, compliant operations.

A Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years in manufacturing management are preferred; relocation may be