Plant Manager - Burnet, TX

Tier1usa; Burnet (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Tank Holding Corp. is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the Petersburg, TX facility. The role oversees production, maintenance, quality, safety and admin functions, executing the site’s strategic plan and driving manufacturing excellence.

Strong emphasis on safety, team leadership and continuous improvement. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in manufacturing operations, with a track record of managing 25-30 employees and coordinating cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering or related field
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive operations management experience
• Experience in manufacturing, rotational molding preferred
• Experience hiring, training, managing, developing, and retaining high-performing teams
• Experience managing a plant-wide safety program is required
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, operation, and maintenance
• Familiarity with ERP systems and perpetual inventories preferred
• Familiarity with quality assurance practices preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a culture of safety and continuous improvement
• Oversee weekly labor and production schedules
• Work alongside and support the Environmental Health and Safety team
• Day-to-day management of employees including interviewing and selection, onboarding, training, coaching, safety programs, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and terminations (25-30 employees)
• Maintain corporate systems to manage the plant’s raw materials, components, and inventory
• Manage and direct the production, maintenance, shipping / receiving and administrative functions required at the plant
• Oversee all injury, near-miss and property damage investigations
• Successfully work with all corporate functions to ensure operational success

Skills

Operations management

Team leadership

Safety program management

Mechanical equipment knowledge

ERP systems familiarity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in operations management/Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Compensation $90,000.00 - $120,000.00/year

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Manufacturing and production

Description

Company Overview

Tank Holding Corp. is a leading manufacturer of rotationally molded poly and welded steel bulk storage and material handling products in North America. Tank is growing rapidly and is working to expand its capabilities and diversify product offerings consistent with the company values of growth and service to its customers. Our portfolio of brands has become market leaders in bulk storage and material handling.

Job Summary

The Plant Manager provides leadership and direction to the plant in all areas of operations including the people, production, quality, safety, and maintenance. The position is responsible for the day-to-day operations and execution of the site-specific strategic plan. Based in Petersburg, TX, this position requires a strong background in manufacturing, people management, mechanical operations, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Oversee weekly labor and production schedules.
• Work alongside and support the Environmental Health and Safety team.
• Day-to-day management of employees including interviewing and selection, onboarding, training, coaching, safety programs, performance reviews, disciplinary actions, and terminations (25-30 employees).
• Maintain corporate systems to manage the plant’s raw materials, components, and inventory.
• Manage and direct the production, maintenance, shipping / receiving and administrative functions required at the plant.
• Oversee all injury, near-miss and property damage investigations.
• Successfully work with all corporate functions to ensure operational success.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in operations management, Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive operations management experience.
• Related manufacturing industry experience required (rotational molding preferred).
• Experience hiring, training, managing, developing, and retaining high-performing teams.
• Experience managing a plant-wide safety program is required.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical equipment, operation, and maintenance.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and perpetual inventories preferred.
• Familiarity with quality assurance practices preferred

Preferred Leadership Qualities

• Result and Business-Minded – Results drive you and you can inspire and lead others to succeed.
• Organizational Development Skills – With a continuous improvement mindset, you can drive change and improvements, shift gears as needed, and be a strong change management leader.
• Interpersonal Communication Sills – You can connect with and build relationships with people from all walks of life.
• People Management Skills – Able to clearly communicate goals and expectations, and you easily gain trust across the organization.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for most of the workday (8 hours).
• Capable of lifting heavy objects up to 50 lbs.
• Able to work in hot conditions, moving mechanical parts, high, precarious places and/or toxic or caustic chemicals, and work outdoors.