Plant Manager-Fort Worth (Stellar Energy)

STL Stellar Energy; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 199,000 - 269,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K match

Paid time off (vacation/holidays)

Tuition assistance and training

Fertility/adoption benefits

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Haslet, TX is seeking a Plant Manager to plan, direct, and optimize all activities at the Haslet manufacturing facility. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and profitability while leading a dynamic engineer-to-order operation.

Report to the VP of Manufacturing and shape the plant’s strategy and staffing. The role requires 10–15 years in Operations/Supply Chain with 5+ years in a leadership role, plus a Bachelor's in engineering or related field (MBA preferred).

Qualifications

• Lean/Operational Excellence culture implemented in manufacturing.
• Experience developing strategic plans and managing a complex P&L.
• Progressive Operations/Supply Chain leadership; 5+ years in plant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate all plant functions, including Manufacturing Operations, Materials, and Quality Assurance.
• Lead EH&S programs and ensure compliance with laws and standards.
• Drive quality, throughput, and customer satisfaction metrics.
• Partner with Operational Excellence to teach lean concepts (A3, Kaizen, 5S).
• Manage facility maintenance,CapEx, budgets, and staffing.
• Develop and engage employees and succession plans.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Strategic Planning

P&L Management

Leadership

Supply Chain

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field

MBA or Master’s in engineering

Job description

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what's possible for a sustainable world. Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home. We boldly go. Where is the work: On-Site (5 days)

Position Overview

The Plant Manager will plan, organize, staff, and direct all activities of our Haslet, TX manufacturing facility, a key site for producing state-of-the-art modular chiller plant systems that provide critical cooling for data centers. Reporting to the VP of Manufacturing, this leader will be responsible for achieving plant and sector goals for safety, quality, growth, profitability, productivity, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. The Plant Manager will also lead all production and plant operations to ensure the effective utilisation of resources in a dynamic engineer-to-order (ETO) environment.

• Operational Leadership: Direct and coordinate all plant functions, including Manufacturing Operations, Materials, Production Control, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, Planning, Human Resources, Accounting, Manufacturing Engineering, and Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S). This plant is a green field site in-process of rapidly ramping up volume with employee, revenue, and output.
• Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S): Guide and support the plant EH&S program in improvements, investigations, and corrective actions to meet and exceed federal laws, state regulations, and corporate standards.
• Quality Assurance: Drive the plant's quality system, implementing procedures and controls to improve overall customer satisfaction, DPPM, first-pass yield, and warranty results.
• Operational Excellence: Partner with the Operational Excellence team to ensure the effective development and delivery of programs to teach the workforce lean manufacturing concepts such as A3 thinking, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, and 5S.
• Customer Satisfaction: Be proactive and responsive to all facets of customer satisfaction, including on-time delivery, schedule changes, and special instructions.
• Facility & Maintenance: Guide and support plant maintenance, process improvements, facility enhancements, and capital expenditures.
• Financial Management: Direct the submittal of the plant’s Annual Operating Plan and the business’s financial forecasts. Lead plant resources in project budgets, while meeting material and labor productivity targets.
• Employee Engagement: Maintain a positive rapport with all levels of the organization to foster and promote an inclusive work environment, high morale, and strong employee engagement.
• Talent Development: Lead and support the development of plant employees and succession planning activities.

Experience and Skills Required

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or a related field is required; MBA or master’s in engineering is preferred.
• Lean Manufacturing: Demonstrated experience with implementing a Lean/Operational Excellence culture in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Professional Experience: 10–15 years of progressive Operations/Supply Chain experience in manufacturing operations; with a minimum of 5 years in a manufacturing/plant operations leadership role (preferably as a Plant Manager).
• Labor Experience: Experience working with a high-skill work force is a significant plus.
• Strategic Capability: Proficiency in developing and implementing strategic plans and managing a complex P&L.
• Technical Skills: Strong technical problem-solving skills, expertise in Supply Chain Management, and advanced leadership abilities.
• Experience in product manufacturing including welding, pipe fitting, and/or electrical a plus.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range: $198,993.33 - $268,730.00

Compensation Type: Salary Incentive Eligible: Yes Sales Commission Eligible: No Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation. Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Benefits

• health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role: Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening. We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.

We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

At Trane Technologies, we’re climate innovators with the courage to look at our world’s challenges and see endless opportunities. We aren't afraid to make bold commitments that set new standards to enhance the health and well-being of our employees, customers, communities, and the planet we share. Learn more about what we do & how we do it. Joining the Trane Technologies team is more than just a job – it’s the beginning of a career full of purpose, impact, and meaningful contributions that challenge what’s possible for a more sustainable future. Together, we know we can change the world. With an inclusive culture, benefits to support you and your family, limitless opportunities to grow, flexibility to help you balance life’s demands, and more – you’ll be supported to thrive at work and at home. Learn more about building a career with us.