Plant Manager

Abacus Staffing; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dynamic Plant Manager to lead operations at a thriving sheet metal manufacturing facility. This role encompasses strategic management of production, quality, and workforce, ensuring adherence to safety and regulatory standards. With a focus on continuous improvement, the Plant Manager will drive efficiency and foster a high-performing work culture. Join a vibrant community in Kearny, NJ, and seize the opportunity to innovate and lead within a collaborative environment that values excellence and integrity.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with international manufacturing standards and metal fabrication equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations ensuring production efficiency and quality output.
• Implement lean manufacturing practices and resolve operational issues.

Skills

Operational Management

Lean Manufacturing

Quality Assurance

Problem Solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

MBA

Tools

ERP/MRP Systems (SAP)

CNC Machinery

Metal Fabrication Equipment

Job description

Job Summary

The Plant Manager oversees all daily operations of the sheet metal manufacturing facility, ensuring production efficiency, quality output, workforce management, and adherence to safety and regulatory standards. This leadership role is responsible for driving continuous improvement, meeting production goals, and maintaining a positive, high-performing work culture.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Strategic management of the production, quality, shipping, receiving, inventory, and facility management functions in a metal fabrication and assembly environment.
• Coordination of product manufacturing with European and US Production Managers.
• Implementation of lean manufacturing practices and efficiency measures.
• Development of manufacturing reporting and analyses systems.
• Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and operational delays.
• Coordination and oversight with non-US facilities to develop operational and production processes to produce economies of scale.
• Implementation of productivity/quality metrics designed to minimize costs and enhance efficiency; develop and revise standard operational and working practices to maximize efficiency.
• OSHA compliance.
• Improvement of quality by researching best practices and identifying new/needed skills, processes, or methods.
• Regular adherence to performance of applicable procedures in the Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management (EMS), and Occupational Health & Safety standards (OHSAS); ensuring processes remain sustainable, suitable, and effective in relation to position.
• Continuous assessment of opportunities for improvement and any needed changes to management systems.
• Embrace and support the 5 Core Values of Customer Focus, Talent, Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity.
• Work with Quality, Environmental, H&S employees to ensure and maintain compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory standards of Quality.
• Assists with other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• 10 to 15 years of progressive operational, analytical, and managerial experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with international manufacturing standards as well as some hands-on experience with metal fabrication equipment preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, MBA desirable (with solid academic standing).
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP preferred).
• Hands-on experience with CNC machinery, welding, and powder coating (Amada press brake, punch, and laser machines required).
• Proven track record in the management of company operations, finance, and quality assurance.
• ISO 9001 experience with process documentation and system audits.
• Strong computer skills. Physical Demands

Competencies

• Metal processing
• Leadership
• Decision Making and Problem Solving
• Ethics
• Strategic Thought
• Product Expertise

Join our team in Kearny, NJ, a vibrant location offering a rich industrial heritage and a community-focused environment. This role provides an exciting opportunity to lead and innovate within our dynamic manufacturing facility.