Plant Manager

Ideal Steel, LLC; Broussard, Northern (LA, KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Steel, LLC seeks a Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations in Broussard, LA. You will lead a team, manage production schedules, and ensure quality while driving safety and efficiency.

The role requires 7+ years in manufacturing, with at least 3 in management, a bachelor’s degree, and strong leadership, communication, and ERP proficiency. Join us to advance operations and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing operations experience, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High character, trust, and performance orientation aligned with company core values.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop plant staff to foster accountability and teamwork.
• Oversee production, maintenance, and quality control to ensure efficient workflows.
• Meet production schedules with tasks completed on time and to quality standards.
• Develop budgets and monitor KPIs such as productivity, costs, and safety.
• Coordinate with sales, logistics, and engineering to align operations with customer needs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

Job Summary:

The Plant Manager oversees all daily operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring production schedules are met while maintaining high-quality standards. This role involves strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership to drive operational excellence, foster employee development, and achieve company goals.

Core Value Expectations:

Actively pursue high character, high trust, and high performance personally, corporately, and in all aspects of the position.

Provide distinctive quality and unparalleled customer service both internally and externally.

Demonstrate and promote integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Invite others to help you grow through living authentically with nothing to prove, lose, or hide.

Evidence humility by actively receiving teaching and mentoring.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop plant staff, creating a culture of accountability, integrity, respect, and teamwork.
• Manage recruitment, retention, evaluation, and training of shop employees.
• Build strong relationships with employees and promote unity by collaborating with key stakeholders.

Production & Operations Management

• Oversee all plant operations, including production, maintenance, and quality control, to ensure efficient workflows.
• Meet production schedules with daily tasks completed on time, in full, and to the highest quality standards.
• Implement policies for inventory control, equipment maintenance, and fleet operation.
• Increase operational efficiency by improving processes and reducing waste.
• Develop, implement, and manage safety policies to promote a safety-first culture

Planning & Performance Metrics

• Develop the plant budget and manage operations within financial targets.
• Set goals through long- and short-term planning, aligned with the company's annual optimization plan.
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs), including productivity, costs, and safety.
• Analyze production reports and other metrics to improve operations.

Customer & Quality Focus

• Ensure all products meet quality standards and exceed customer expectations.
• Address product troubleshooting in the field as needed.
• Maintain open communication with departments like sales, logistics, and engineering to align operations with customer needs.

Requirements

Required Education, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 7+ years in manufacturing operations with at least 3 years in a management role (for a manager). Supervisory experience considered for a lower-level position.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High character, trust, and performance orientation aligned with company core values.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

The requirements listed in this job description are representative of the essential duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities as well as the environmental and physical demands an individual must meet to successfully perform this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Majority of functions are completed in the manufacturing plant environment, with periodic office work required.
• Walking, standing, bending, talking, hearing, seeing, and using hands to operate tools and equipment necessary for the job.
• Ability to lift a maximum of 50 pounds.