Plant Manager - Hanover, PA

ESAB; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to lead operations in Hanover, PA. This pivotal role involves overseeing a diverse team and managing production across multiple facilities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing, with a focus on quality management and continuous improvement. You will drive operational excellence, ensuring compliance with industry standards while fostering a culture of safety and accountability. Join this innovative firm and contribute to shaping the future of welding and cutting, while enjoying a collaborative work environment that values your contributions and professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Great Benefits

Collaborative Culture

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in managing production operations and optimizing processes.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage operations for optimum efficiency and economics.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality control procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing Operations Management

Process Optimization

Quality Management Systems

Data Analysis

Team Building

Continuous Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

MBA

Tools

Lean Six Sigma

ISO 9001

Job description

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Job Description:

Plant Manager

Based in Hanover, PA and reporting to the Sr. Director, North America Filler Metal Operations, the Plant Manager will provide dynamic leadership to approximately 275 union and non-union associates across 2 facilities in Hanover and a distribution center located in Gettysburg, PA. The Plant Manager has P&L responsibility for the facilities and provides strategic guidance for the overall Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Operation, and Production targets.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage sites to obtain optimum efficiency and economics of operations.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations and quality control procedures.
• Build a best-in-class safety culture and culture of accountability.
• Drive margin improvements, obtain, analyze and improve all the operational KPI’s of the

sites by using ESAB Business Excellence (EBX) tools.

• Implement production schedules and optimize manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency and minimize downtime.
• Monitor production metrics such as yield, throughput and scrap rates to identify areas of improvement.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures to ensure all products meet industry standards and customer specifications.
• Drive inventory process efficiency and maintain optimal inventory levels to support production requirements while minimizing excess stock.
• Conduct regular safety audits, provide training on safety protocols and ensure compliance with environmental regulations and workplace safety standards .
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the sites, encouraging and supporting associate engagement.
• Create a leadership team that is passionate about listening, problem solving, performing, raising the bar and winning.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration or related field required; MBA preferred required.
• 10+ years’ leadership experience in a manufacturing environment; w elding or metallurgy experience ideal. Managing in a union environment a plus.
• Proven track record of effectively managing production operations, optimizing processes and achieving production targets .
• Experience with quality management systems (i.e., ISO 9001) and continuous improvement methodologies (i.e., Lean Six Sigma).
• Excellent leadership and team building skills with the demonstrated ability to motivate and develop a diverse workforce.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on data-driven decision-making and root cause analysis.
• Humble leader with the ability to engage and collaborate cross-functionally and with all levels in the organization.
• Operates with a sense of urgency and thrives in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:
At ESAB, we are shaping the future of welding and cutting. We know that we need the right talent to do this. We are committed to creating an environment where our people are happy and love coming to work. We do this by:

• Providing competitive pay and of great benefits
• Creating a collaborative culture and one that is continuously improving
• Recognizing teams and individuals that make great contributions

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

We're an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender (including gender nonconformity and status as a transgender or transsexual individual), sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

About Us

ESAB is a world leader in the production of welding and cutting equipment and consumables. Our innovative, world-renowned equipment and solutions are developed with input from our customers and built with the expertise and heritage of a global manufacturing leader.