Assistant Plant Manager — Lean Ops Leader & Growth

Wastequip WRX; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan Options

401(K) Retirement Plan with Company Match

Vacation and Personal/Sick Time

Job summary

Wastequip WRX is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager in Erial, NJ, to oversee a high-performance manufacturing facility. The role focuses on leadership using lean manufacturing principles to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing operations management and knowledge of metal processing. This position includes competitive benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(K) with company match.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in manufacturing operations management.
• 4 year college degree desired or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of metal processing and fabricating preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading, coaching, and developing direct reports.
• Championing a safety-first culture.
• Developing annual operating plans and financial reports.

Skills

Leadership in manufacturing operations management

Knowledge of metal processing

Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Bilingual English – Spanish

Education

4 year college degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365)

Lean Six Sigma Certification

Job description

Wastequip WRX is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager in Erial, NJ, to oversee a high-performance manufacturing facility. The role focuses on leadership using lean manufacturing principles to improve safety, quality, and productivity.

Ideal candidates will have experience in manufacturing operations management and knowledge of metal processing. This position includes competitive benefits such as medical, dental, and 401(K) with company match.