Plant Manager

Buzzi Unicem USA; Greencastle (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Buzzi Unicem USA is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager to direct all manufacturing functions across production, engineering, mining, maintenance and administration. You will lead capital projects, develop a skilled workforce, and ensure safe, cost-efficient operations aligned with customer needs.

Ideal candidates hold a BS in a technical or business field with 10+ years of management experience in manufacturing and a proven ability to drive continuous improvement in a complex plant environment.

Qualifications

• BS in related technical field or business field is required.
• 10+ years of management experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership under pressure and change management.
• Proven ability to balance plant-wide production and maintenance needs.

Responsibilities

• Direct all manufacturing functions including production, engineering, mining, maintenance and admin.
• Plan capital improvements and projects to improve efficiency.
• Establish effective employee relations to maintain a skilled workforce.
• Maintain a safe working environment with focus on MSHA requirements.
• Develop subordinates and oversee training, supervision, and scheduling.
• Interface with sales, marketing and customer service to meet customer needs.
• Maintain production rates to optimize equipment and labor costs.
• Oversee long-term planning and execution of goals.
• Participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Leadership under pressure

Champion for change

Plant-wide production management

Budget and cost control

Safety MSHA focus

Team development

Excellent communication

Self-starter

Independent work

Customer focus

Education

BS in related technical or business field

Job description

Overview

Buzzi Unicem USA is one of the leading cement manufacturing companies in the United States. With over 1,500 valued employees, Buzzi Unicem USA manufactures and distributes its cement products throughout the Midwest, Southwest, Northeast and Southeast regions of the country. Globally, Buzzi Unicem SpA operates in 14 countries and employs almost 10,000 people. We are passionate about sustainably producing our cement products for the benefit of society by providing the foundation for crucial infrastructure projects such as roads, bridges, tunnels, airports, dams, and residential and industrial buildings.

Our commitment to positively contributing to society is a core principle for our business, and the reason we focus heavily on sustainable development. As part of our corporate culture, we recognize our role in meeting the current generation’s needs, while preserving environmental quality and protecting the needs of future generations.

Additionally, quality serves as the foundation of the way we do business at Buzzi Unicem USA. We have established at all our production sites, quality targets for our products that meet not only local regulatory standards but also our customer requirements.

Buzzi Unicem USA strives to provide a corporate culture supporting career growth through strong leadership and development planning. We offer a competitive salary, along with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Plus, our benefits include flexible spending accounts, supplemental life insurance and other voluntary benefits – such as accident and critical illness. We also provide a 401(k) savings plan, Employee Assistance Program, a tuition reimbursement program, professional development and advancement opportunities.

Join our team, be part of the solution, support evolving innovations, and help us continue providing quality products, all while being supported by strong leadership and a comprehensive and competitive benefits program.

Responsibilities

• Direct all manufacturing functions including production, engineering, mining, maintenance and administrative functions.
• Plan for capital improvements and projects.
• Establish effective employee relations to ensure the availability of a well-trained and motivated work force.
• Maintain a safe working environment and an atmosphere of continuous improvement, with a heavy focus on MSHA.
• Develop subordinates, as well as direct, train, supervise, schedule and overall management of the operation to ensure quality output at minimum cost.
• Regularly interface with sales, marketing and customer service to ensure customers’ needs are being met.
• Responsible for maintaining production rates to best utilize equipment and labor while managing costs.
• Oversee planning and execution to ensure long term goals and objectives are met.
• Has involvement with other special projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS in related technical field or business field
• Minimum of 10 years of management experience in an industry-related field
• Must have experience in diverse functional roles and the ability to work independently.
• Must provide strong leadership skills under pressure.
• Must be a champion for change.
• Must have the ability to manage and balance plant-wide production and maintenance needs.
• Must have a strong customer focus for both internal and external customers.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and a demonstrated balance between analytical and creative thinking.
• Must be a self-starter who seeks responsibility and is able to work with minimal direction.
• Must demonstrate a willingness to challenge conventional ideas and to be flexible and be able to function effectively in a team environment.

Buzzi Unicem USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note that candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and that only qualified candidates will be contacted.