Plant Manager- Prestressed concrete

Concrete Careers; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of precast concrete products is seeking a driven Plant Manager to oversee operations in Jackson, TN. This role involves ensuring safety, leading teams, and driving operational improvements while shaping a new team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in plant management and a commitment to safety and quality standards.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO

Relocation Assistance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of production or plant management experience in the precast/prestressed concrete industry.
• Strong knowledge of PCI standards; PCI Level III certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations including production, maintenance, quality control, and shipping.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across processes, quality, and efficiency.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with all regulatory, quality, and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

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Location: Jackson, TN

Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Salary: Competitive, commensurate with experience

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, PTO, Relocation Assistance Available, and more

About the Company: We are a leading manufacturer of precast and prestressed concrete products, specializing in bridge beams, sound walls, and custom structural elements. As we expand operations and look toward opening additional plants, we’re offering an exciting opportunity for a driven and experienced Plant Manager to take the lead and build their own high-performing team from the ground up.

About the Role: Oversee daily plant operations including production, maintenance, quality control, and shipping. Provide strong, hands-on leadership to production staff and team leads. Ensure a culture of safety by implementing and maintaining rigorous safety protocols. Lead continuous improvement initiatives across processes, quality, and efficiency. Play a key role in recruiting, mentoring, and developing your own team — this is an open slate to shape the operation. Collaborate across departments to align production goals with customer needs and company growth objectives. Monitor and enforce compliance with all regulatory, quality, and safety standards, including OSHA and PCI. Foster a collaborative, accountable, and transparent work environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily plant operations including production, maintenance, quality control, and shipping.
• Provide strong, hands-on leadership to production staff and team leads.
• Ensure a culture of safety by implementing and maintaining rigorous safety protocols.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across processes, quality, and efficiency.
• Play a key role in recruiting, mentoring, and developing your own team — this is an open slate to shape the operation.
• Collaborate across departments to align production goals with customer needs and company growth objectives.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with all regulatory, quality, and safety standards, including OSHA and PCI.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and transparent work environment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of production or plant management experience in the precast/prestressed concrete industry.
• Experience with prestressed concrete is required.
• Familiarity with bridge and girder production is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of PCI standards; PCI Level III certification is a plus.
• Proven track record of leading teams, improving operational performance, and managing change.
• Deep understanding of safety best practices and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Leadership Behaviors Expected:

• Actively engaged on the plant floor and in tune with operations.
• Drives performance while maintaining a sustainable and positive work environment.
• Invests in people development, coaching team leads, and building bench strength.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a plant during a pivotal stage of growth with the chance to shape its future.
• Be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
• Opportunity to build and lead your own team with autonomy.
• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
• Contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects that impact communities.
• Join a company with long-term growth plans, including new plant expansions and career advancement opportunities.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Strategy/Planning, Management, and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Glass, Ceramics and Concrete Manufacturing, Construction, and Manufacturing

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