Plant Manager

Thermal Engineering International (USA) Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 155,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermal Engineering International (USA) Inc., part of Babcock Power Inc., leads advanced heat-transfer manufacturing with a facility in Joplin, MO. We are seeking a seasoned leader to direct our manufacturing operations, drive efficiency, and manage budgets across multiple sites in the U.S.

This role requires a decade of management experience in heavy fabrication and strong financial acumen to optimize performance and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field with at least 10 years in manufacturing management.
• Hands-on experience in a job shop heavy steel welding and fabrication environment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to train and correct inefficiencies.
• Solid financial management understanding and decision-making based on policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, personnel, and departmental performance.
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies that support company goals and business objectives.
• Oversee hiring, training, performance management, employee development, and compensation planning.
• Establish production, productivity, quality, customer service, and operational improvement strategies.
• Manage manufacturing budgets, control costs, and support financial performance.
• Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives and improve production efficiency.
• Lead problem-solving efforts to address production issues and performance gaps.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and continuously improve manufacturing processes.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime.
• Plan resources and monitor production schedules to ensure on-time customer deliveries.
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and legal requirements.
• Evaluate equipment investments, facility improvements, and capital projects.
• Analyze production overruns and support continuous improvement through lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Financial acumen

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Thermal Engineering International (USA) Inc. (TEi), proudly part of Babcock Power Inc., stands at the forefront of cutting-edge heat-transfer technology, catering to a diverse range of industries. With a seamless integration of design, engineering, manufacturing, installation, and service, TEi offers complete, expertly crafted solutions backed by decades of experience. Headquartered in La Palma, CA, TEi also operates offices in Tulsa, OK; Houston, TX; and Trevose, PA, alongside a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Joplin, MO.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all manufacturing operations, personnel, and departmental performance
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies that support company goals and business objectives
• Oversee hiring, training, performance management, employee development, and compensation planning
• Establish production, productivity, quality, customer service, and operational improvement strategies
• Manage manufacturing budgets, control costs, and support financial performance
• Develop and implement cost reduction initiatives and improve production efficiency
• Lead problem-solving efforts to address production issues and performance gaps
• Ensure products meet quality standards and continuously improve manufacturing processes
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability and uptime
• Plan resources and monitor production schedules to ensure on-time customer deliveries
• Maintain compliance with safety regulations and legal requirements
• Evaluate equipment investments, facility improvements, and capital projects
• Analyze production overruns and support continuous improvement through lessons learned

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a field preferred with a minimum of 10 years of management experience in the overall direction of manufacturing functions
• Hands-on manufacturing experience in a job shop heavy steel welding and fabrication environment
• Excellent communication and the ability for directing, training, analyzing and correcting operating inefficiencies
• Must possess a good understanding of financial management / financial astuteness, as well as possess abilities in problem solving and decision-making based on company policies and procedures.

OTHER PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Performs bending, climbing and reaching from ground level to six feet in height.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Manufacturing environment with temperature extremes, hazards from things like lasers or welding arc, or other environmental hazards.

To provide greater transparency to candidates, we include base pay ranges for all US-based job postings that encompass all potential locations and levels for the open positions. Our base pay ranges are set based on the function, discipline, level and regional location and are benchmarked against companies in the same or similar industry. Final offers may vary based on multiple factors including education, depth and relevance of work experience, relevant licenses and certifications, and may vary from the amounts listed in the job posting.

Compensation: $155,000 - $170,000 annually DOE

Benefits

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