Plant Manager

Brightpath Associates LLC; Arlington (TN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 132,500; Full time

Job summary

A construction firm is seeking a skilled Structural Steel Plant Manager in the Memphis-area of Tennessee. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of management experience in structural steel fabrication along with excellent communication and leadership skills. The role includes managing production, implementing Lean Manufacturing techniques, and ensuring safe working conditions. A Bachelor's degree is preferred. The salary range for this position is $105,000 – $132,500, offering full-time employment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years management and leadership experience in structural steel fabrication.
• Proven ability to interact with third-party inspectors and customer representatives.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office products and industry software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the production workforce.
• Review and issue shop drawings.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Measure and monitor employee performance.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem Solving

Time Management

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Procore

Tekla FabSuite

FabSuite Steel Management software

Job description

Structural Steel Plant Manager

Memphis‑area, Tennessee

Job Description

We have an opening at our Memphis‑area location for an experienced Structural Steel Plant Manager. Only applicants with steel fabrication shop experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Directly lead and manage the production workforce.
• Review and issue shop drawings to the shop.
• Coordinate with executives to establish shop priorities and schedules.
• Lead the production workforce to meet cost/productivity goals.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing techniques in a low volume, high mix environment and assist in Lean Production initiatives.
• Recommend measures to improve performance.
• Determine the most effective utilization of resources.
• Maintain safe working conditions.
• Measure and monitor employee performance and provide appropriate feedback.
• Identify and report detailing issues.
• Support and use FabSuite Steel Management software.
• Undertake other work that may be assigned by executives.
• Occasional weekend work, as needed. (The shop operates on Saturdays.)

Qualifications

• A minimum of 5 years of management and leadership experience in a structural steel fabrication shop.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Effective time management, problem solving and decision making skills.
• Proven ability to interact with third party inspectors and other customer representatives.
• Good computer skills including Microsoft Office products, Procore, Tekla FabSuite, and other industry software products.

Additional Information

NOTE: We are committed to a drug‑free workplace. All job applicants and employees are subject to drug testing. Illegal (per T.C.A. Section 50‑9‑100 et. seq.) use or possession of drugs or alcohol may lead to denial of employment, termination, and/or loss of workers’ compensation benefits. Part of the Tennessee Drug‑Free Workplace program, Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development.

Education

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience

• Structural Steel Fabrication: 5 years (Required)
• Plant Management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Supervisory: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate

• Arlington, TN 38002: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Industry

Construction

Salary

$105,000 – $132,500