Plant Manager

ZipRecruiter; Kearny (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Kearny, NJ is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations in a sheet metal facility. The role involves managing production efficiency, quality output, and workforce while ensuring compliance with safety standards. This position offers the chance to drive continuous improvement and maintain a positive work culture.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the sheet metal manufacturing facility.
• Implement lean manufacturing practices and efficiency measures.
• Ensure OSHA compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Decision Making

Problem Solving

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

MBA

Tools

SAP

CNC machinery

Job description

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

1. Strategic management of the production, quality, shipping, receiving, inventory, and facility management functions in a metal fabrication and assembly environment.
2. Coordination of product manufacturing with European and US Production Managers.
3. Implementation of lean manufacturing practices and efficiency measures.
4. Development of manufacturing reporting and analysis systems.
5. Resolve operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum cost and operational delays.
6. Coordinate and oversee operations with non-US facilities to develop processes that produce economies of scale.
7. Implement productivity and quality metrics to minimize costs and enhance efficiency; develop and revise standard operational practices.
8. Ensure OSHA compliance.
9. Improve quality by researching best practices and identifying new skills, processes, or methods needed.
10. Adhere to procedures in Quality Management Systems (QMS), Environmental Management (EMS), and Occupational Health & Safety standards (OHSAS), ensuring processes remain sustainable and effective.
11. Continuously assess opportunities for improvement and implement necessary changes to management systems.
12. Support and embody the company's 5 Core Values: Customer Focus, Talent, Excellence, Innovation, and Integrity.
13. Collaborate with Quality, Environmental, and H&S teams to maintain compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory standards.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

1. 10 to 15 years of progressive operational, analytical, and managerial experience in manufacturing, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
2. Familiarity with international manufacturing standards and hands-on experience with metal fabrication equipment.
3. Bachelor's degree in engineering; MBA desirable.
4. Experience with ERP/MRP systems, specifically SAP.
5. Hands-on experience with CNC machinery, welding, and powder coating (including Amada press brake, punch, and laser machines).
6. Proven management experience in operations, finance, and quality assurance.
7. ISO 9001 experience with process documentation and audits.
8. Strong computer skills.

Physical Demands

Details to be provided as needed.

Competencies

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

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