Plant Manager

The Judge Group; Laurel (MS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group is seeking a General Manager in Laurel, MS, to lead plant operations in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will provide leadership to cross-functional teams while ensuring production goals and customer relationships are maintained. A Bachelor’s degree and significant plant management experience (8+ years) are required, along with a mandatory background in OEM operations and steel fabrication. Join us for a role focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Significant plant management experience (8+ years) in a manufacturing environment.
• OEM experience is mandatory – proven track record with Original Equipment Manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for plant operations.
• Develop and execute strategies to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Oversee heavy steel fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and related processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Analytical Abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field

Job description

Our client is currently seeking a GENERAL MANAGER in MS.

Position Overview

The General Manager will lead cross-functional teams, optimize processes, and maintain strong relationships with OEM customers while fostering a culture of safety, quality, integrity, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for plant operations, including production, engineering, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and safety.


• Develop and execute strategies to meet production targets, quality standards, and on-time delivery for OEM and proprietary product lines.


• Oversee heavy steel fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and related processes in a multi-facility or large-scale manufacturing setting.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (4-year degree) in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field is required.


• Significant plant management experience (typically 8+ years) in a manufacturing environment, with direct responsibility for full plant operations.


• OEM experience is mandatory — proven track record working with or supplying Original Equipment Manufacturers in a fabrication or component manufacturing setting.


• Strong background in steel fabrication, heavy manufacturing, welding, machining, or related industrial processes.

Preferred Skills and Competencies

• Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.