Plant Manager

gpac LLC.; Stoneham (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

gpac LLC. seeks an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily operations, boost productivity, and drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing setting. The role emphasizes leadership, Lean practices, and strategic workforce management.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in machine shop or manufacturing environments, with strong capabilities in scheduling, operations, and safety. This on-site position offers local growth opportunities and a path to operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of related experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
• Experience with production scheduling, manufacturing operations, and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, quality, and safety.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and production schedules.
• Lead, coach, and develop employees while building a strong team environment.
• Drive process improvements, problem-solving, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Improve productivity, profitability, workflow, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor production costs, quality, waste reduction, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Manage staffing, budgeting, reporting, and operational planning.
• Identify and implement capital investments and improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and state and federal regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Employee development

Production scheduling

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Quality

Safety

Education

College degree or higher

Job description

GPAC has partnered with a growing manufacturing company seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily operations, improve productivity, and drive continuous improvement.

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Machine shop or manufacturing experience is a MUST. Aerospace or medical manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations and production schedules.
• Lead, coach, and develop employees while building a strong team environment.
• Drive process improvements, problem-solving, and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
• Improve productivity, profitability, workflow, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor production costs, quality, waste reduction, safety, and on-time delivery.
• Manage staffing, budgeting, reporting, and operational planning.
• Identify and implement capital investments and improvement projects.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA standards, company policies, and state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• College degree, high school diploma, trade school certificate, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of related experience in a machine shop or manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and employee development skills.
• Experience with production scheduling, manufacturing operations, and workforce planning.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, quality, and safety.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.