Plant Operations Lead — Metal Processing

Reliance, Inc.; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Medical benefits

401(k) match

PTO from Day 1

Family culture

Growth opportunities

Job summary

All Metals is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to oversee daily plant operations, supervise staff, coordinate coil processing, and manage inventory and safety. You will interact with customers and suppliers to resolve issues and drive efficiency and reliability across production activities.

The successful candidate demonstrates leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction in a metal processing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience managing or assisting with plant operations and personnel.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers, employees, and management.
• Experience preparing reports, recommendations, and operational documentation.
• Knowledge of coil metal products and metal processing operations.
• Familiarity with transportation, storage, and inventory control practices.
• Knowledge of shop operating procedures and workflow management.
• Understanding of metal processing equipment, including operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Knowledge of flatness standards, cutting tolerances, and related industry requirements.
• Strong work ethic with dependable attendance and a commitment to teamwork.
• Positive attitude and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervising the day-to-day operations of plant personnel, including scheduling coil processing and overseeing workflow efficiency.
• Support quality and productivity initiatives within metal processing operations.
• Assist in managing inbound and outbound shipments, storage, and inventory control.
• Assist with hiring, training, supervising, and developing plant employees.
• Help maintain effective training programs and accurate employee records.
• Conduct or assist with employee performance reviews.
• Interact with customers, potential customers, and suppliers to meet needs and resolve issues.
• Analyze customer requirements and assist in handling emergency customer situations.
• Work closely with the Plant Manager and General Manager to develop short- and long-term operational goals.
• Recommend policies and procedures related to storage, transportation, and processing operations.
• Prepare operational reports and communicate plant performance metrics.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Plant operations

Leadership

Communication

Reporting

Coil processing

Inventory control

Workflow management

Equipment maintenance

Flatness standards

Reliability

Discretion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

All Metals is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to oversee daily plant operations, supervise staff, coordinate coil processing, and manage inventory and safety. You will interact with customers and suppliers to resolve issues and drive efficiency and reliability across production activities.

The successful candidate demonstrates leadership, strong communication, and a commitment to continuous improvement and customer satisfaction in a metal processing environment.