Plant Manager

at OLDCASTLE APG, INC. in; Franklin (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & disability benefits

Retirement savings program

Health & wellness programs

Career development & promotion

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, seeks a Plant Manager to lead a production team at the Franklin, NC site, overseeing daily operations, safety, and budget adherence.

The role emphasizes production flow optimization, cost control, and strong leadership across departments to meet financial goals and quality standards. Onsite work at the Franklin facility is required, with competitive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent of at least ten years of progressive related experience and/or training.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering is a plus.
• Experience in planning, negotiating and organizational skills.
• Prior P&L experience.
• Solid computer skills and written/oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production activities, and supervise the production process.
• Oversees maintenance of all equipment including managing downtime and ability to maintain a preventative maintenance program.
• Responsible for inventory control, counts and audits.
• Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, maintenance and environmental compliance.
• Estimating production costs, maintaining high quality standards and ensuring good customer service.
• Monitor product standards and implement quality control programs.
• Responsible for maximizing the use of transportation/logistics.
• Working with different departments (e.g. suppliers, sales, customers) effectively to execute the policies and goals of the organization.
• Ensure the business meets expected financial returns.
• Ensures compliance with all local and federal environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Production planning

Budget & cost mgmt

Written & verbal comm

P&L experience

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Mechanical or Industrial Eng degree preferred

Job description

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.

Job Summary

The Plant Manager will be responsible for leading a production team and managing all aspects of a fast paced manufacturing facility. Daily duties include monitoring daily key point measures, budgets, safety, production flow and material costs. In this role, the Plant Manager will have responsibility and accountability for bottom line results.

Job Location

This is an onsite position located at our Franklin, NC manufacturing site.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for planning and scheduling production activities, and supervising the production process
• Oversees maintenance of all equipment including managing downtime and ability to maintain a preventative maintenance program
• Responsible for inventory control, counts and audits
• Strong commitment to health, safety, quality, productivity, housekeeping, maintenance and environmental compliance
• Estimating production costs, maintaining high quality standards and ensuring good customer service
• Monitor product standards and implement quality control programs
• Responsible for maximizing the use of transportation/logistics
• Working with different departments (e.g. suppliers, sales, customers) effectively to execute the policies and goals of the organization
• Ensure the business meets expected financial returns
• Ensures compliance with all local and federal environmental regulations
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; or equivalent of at least ten years of progressive related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering is a plus
• Experience in planning, negotiating and organizational skills
• Prior P&L experience
• Strong leadership skills while maintaining a team atmosphere
• Solid computer skills and written/oral communication

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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