Plant Manager

Hillman Group; Tyler (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Hillman Group is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee production operations across multiple facilities, driving continuous improvement and aligning staffing with objectives. You will report KPI metrics, manage budgets, and lead a safety-first culture while delivering cost-efficient production and strong team performance.

Responsibilities include developing staff plans, executing strategy with the Director of Operations, and maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business operations or related field.
• 5 years’ experience in Plant management.
• Excellent knowledge of progressive manufacturing principles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Skilled situational leader with strong relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develops and drives continuous improvement with world-class systems and metrics.
• Sets strategy, budgets and objectives with Operations Director.
• Ensures safety and regulatory compliance across production teams.
• Maintains positive employee relations and leadership development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Lean Manufacturing

Safety Compliance

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business operations management

Master’s degree in related discipline

Tools

Visual Factory

Lean methodologies

Job description

Job Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for all aspects of production operations within the facilities. This includes but not limited to the execution of Plant operations at multiple locations while maintaining a cost-efficient process. Provide effective project management and supervision and report Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) maintaining operational goals and strategy. Develop and execute a staffing plan that meets operational objectives and maintain the approved plan according to Hillman Policy and Procedures. Constantly drive continuous improvement putting Quality and Safety first. Work closely with all team members providing a positive working atmosphere.

Essential Job Functions *

• Develops systems and drives continuous improvement by developing world class systems and measurements to drive supply chain and manufacturing efficiencies and productivity; implementing systems such as Visual Factory and Lean methodologies; supporting Statistical Control Systems to drive Quality; and ensuring Production team is meeting/exceeding customer’s expectations.
• Develops strategy, budgets and facility objectives and drive team to meet or exceed by working with the Director of Operations to develop and implement strategy that supports team’s Vision; developing / reviewing annual budget to support production demands; developing objectives for all functions of production team necessary to support the achievement of Operation’s objectives; directing and supporting reports to ensure achievement of individual and function objectives.
• Ensures production teams are maintained and managed consistently with company policy and applicable regulations by working in conjunction with corporate safety function to ensure a safe work environment. Promote and role model “safety first”; and ensuring the Production team complies with corporate policy and applicable regulations.
• Maintains positive employee relations throughout the Production team by providing clear direction and communicate effectively with all levels of team members; creating and maintaining a positive, collaborative and team-oriented culture; driving ownership and accountability; supporting ongoing development of supervisor staff to ensure high level effectiveness and long-term continuity; and serving as advisor to Director of Operations and member of the Industrial Solutions Management team.

* This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business operations management or another related discipline is preferred
• Master’s Degree in related discipline a plus
• 5 years’ experience in Plant management
• Excellent knowledge of progressive manufacturing principles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and conflicting deadlines
• Skilled situational leader with a demonstrated ability to establish and sustain excellent professional relationships
• Commitment to the safety and wellbeing of team members

Competencies – Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; evaluates and generates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.
• Resilience - Positively impacts the team and the organization by dealing effectively with pressure; remains optimistic and recovers quickly from setbacks.
• Leadership - Shows a high degree of personal integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior; respects & protects confidential information; holds self-accountable for results.
• Human Capital Management - Builds and manages workforce based on organizational goals, budget considerations, and staffing needs; ensures that employees are appropriately recruited; manages and supports a diverse, multi-sector work force and a variety of work situations.
• Continual Learning - Assesss and recognizes own strengths and weaknesses; pursues self-development.

Operational Equipment

• N/A

Work Environment and Physical Demands

Packaging - Key: Fast-paced up to 8 hrs/day. Exposure to loud noise. Function vision and hearing required. May participate in HCP.

Physical Demands

Packaging - Hand: Light, lifting up to 50 lbs.

The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affimatve Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.