Plant Manager: Production, Safety & Ops Leader

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

AZZ Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager for our Kennedale facility. You will report to the Regional Director of Operations and oversee production, maintenance, quality, and personnel, driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

You are a strong leader with a proven track record of mentoring leaders, implementing business strategies, and delivering outstanding service to stakeholders. This role requires a hands-on manager committed to safety, efficiency, and employee development.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of management experience.
• Experience in steel fabrication, metal coatings, or hot dip galvanizing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Outlook, Word).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety and OSHA rules and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and SOPs for heavy industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Directs and manages plant operations for production, maintenance, quality, shipping and receiving, and all personnel activities.
• Develops and controls profits/budgets and business plans.
• Implements cost-effective systems for control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages, and salaries.
• Establishes and monitors overall plant performance for production and quality standards with strict process controls.
• Maintains and updates plant facilities and equipment, making replacements or adjustments as needed.
• Provides leadership and training to accomplish company goals and objectives.
• Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.
• Maintains OSHA and other safety regulations.
• Recommends measures to motivate employees and improve production methods, equipment performance, quality or efficiency.
• Recommends personnel actions including evaluations, promotions, hiring and firing.

Skills

People management

Verbal & written communication

Safety awareness

Reading technical documents

Confidential information handling

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AZZ Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager for our Kennedale facility. You will report to the Regional Director of Operations and oversee production, maintenance, quality, and personnel, driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence.

You are a strong leader with a proven track record of mentoring leaders, implementing business strategies, and delivering outstanding service to stakeholders. This role requires a hands-on manager committed to safety, efficiency, and employee development.