Plant Leader - Metal Fabrication & Safety Excellence

Justrite Manufacturing Company L.L.C.; Mattoon (IL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Justrite Manufacturing Company L.L.C. in Mattoon, IL is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our metal fabrication site.

You will drive SQDCP performance, coordinate with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and EHS, and ensure on‑time delivery and inventory targets. The role requires 15+ years of manufacturing leadership, experience in metal fabrication or machining, and a strong Lean/CI background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 15+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience in metal fabrication and/or machining operations (CNC and fab processes).
• Demonstrated success improving SQDCP performance using Lean/CI methods.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP environments and production reporting.

Responsibilities

• Own site safety performance: eliminate hazards, strengthen near-miss reporting, and ensure timely corrective action closure.
• Lead incident investigations and implement sustainable countermeasures.
• Deliver daily and weekly production plan attainment while maintaining schedule stability.
• Coordinate shipping priorities and finished goods readiness with Customer Service and Supply Chain.
• Lead Lean/CI initiatives (5S, standard work, setup reduction, flow improvements) across fabrication and machining.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Metal fabrication experience

Lean/CI expertise

ERP/MRP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Justrite Manufacturing Company L.L.C. in Mattoon, IL is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of our metal fabrication site.

You will drive SQDCP performance, coordinate with Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance and EHS, and ensure on‑time delivery and inventory targets. The role requires 15+ years of manufacturing leadership, experience in metal fabrication or machining, and a strong Lean/CI background.