Plant Manager

Socket.dev; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee all operations at our chemical manufacturing facility. The role emphasizes safety, efficiency, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and coordinating rail operations to ensure timely production.

You will lead biweekly safety trainings, manage inventories and maintenance programs, and drive continuous improvement while communicating effectively with management and customers.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent; related field experience may be needed.
• 5 years manufacturing experience and 2 years of management experience.
• Strong leadership, safety training, and regulatory compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supervise plant employees involved in transfer, handling, and storage of chemicals.
• Manage schedules to meet customer demand and review payroll timecards.
• Provide coaching and corrective actions for performance issues as needed.
• Assist with hiring and onboarding of new employees.
• Ensure proper PPE usage and biweekly safety training including HazMat procedures.
• Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions; oversee rail handling operations.
• Ensure compliance with state, federal, and environmental regulations; manage material inventories.
• Communicate operational needs to management and coordinate maintenance programs for equipment/vehicles.

Skills

Leadership & team mgmt

Communication

Training & development

Organizational skills

Safety & PPE compliance

Heavy machinery experience

Lift 50 lbs

Chemical process understanding

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Related field experience

Manufacturing experience (5y)

Management experience (2y)

Maintenance experience (5y)

Job description

Job Overview:

The Plant Manager will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations at the chemical manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This role includes supervising staff, managing schedules, conducting safety training, maintaining inventories, overseeing equipment and vehicle maintenance, and coordinating rail operations. The Plant Manager will also ensure proper PPE usage, investigate incidents, and communicate operational needs to management.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Supervise and coordinate activities of plant employees involved in the transfer, handling, and storage of chemicals used in manufacturing.
• Manage the schedules of the plant’s employees to meet customer demand.
• Review and approve employee timecards for payroll processing
• Provide counseling and corrective actions for employees as needed to address performance or be-havioral issues.
• Assist with the hiring and onboarding of new employees.
• Ensure employees utilize the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) in accordance with safety standards.
• Conduct biweekly safety training, including HAZMAT procedures, emergency response protocols, and proper handling of chemicals
• Lead accident investigations for all workplace incidents or near misses, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Oversee rail handling operations.
• Ensure plant operations comply with state, federal, and environmental regulations.
• Communicate operational and equipment needs effectively to management.
• Manage raw material inventories, ensuring timely replenishment
• Monitor and maintain the equipment maintenance program
• Oversee the maintenance and monthly inspections of plant vehicles.
• Communicate with customers to address inquiries and resolve issues in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with additional projects and other tasks as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Understanding of chemical processes and lab testing procedures.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Skilled in employee training and development.
• Exceptional organizational and follow-up skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, crouch, and wear safety gear for extended periods.
• Experience operating heavy machinery (forklifts, excavators, loaders, bobcats) preferred.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs or more.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Additional education or experience in a related field may be required
• 5 years of manufacturing experience
• 5 years of maintenance experience
• 2 years of management experience