Plant Operations Leader: Quality, Safety & Growth

Ideal Steel; Broussard (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ideal Steel in Broussard, LA, seeks a Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, align production with schedules, and drive quality and cost improvements. The role requires strategic planning, resource allocation, and strong leadership to develop staff and meet company goals.

The candidate will lead production, maintenance, and quality control, implement safety policies, and manage budgets while partnering with sales, logistics, and engineering to optimize plant performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years in manufacturing operations with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality standards, and safety regulations.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• High character, trust, and performance orientation aligned with company core values.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop plant staff, creating a culture of accountability, integrity, respect, and teamwork.
• Manage recruitment, retention, evaluation, and training of shop employees.
• Build strong relationships with employees and promote unity by collaborating with key stakeholders.
• Oversee all plant operations, including production, maintenance, and quality control, to ensure efficient workflows.
• Meet production schedules with daily tasks completed on time, in full, and to the highest quality standards.
• Develop, implement, and manage safety policies to promote a safety-first culture.
• Develop the plant budget and manage operations within financial targets.
• Monitor KPIs, including productivity, costs, and safety, and report on them.
• Ensure all products meet quality standards and exceed customer expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Ideal Steel in Broussard, LA, seeks a Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations, align production with schedules, and drive quality and cost improvements. The role requires strategic planning, resource allocation, and strong leadership to develop staff and meet company goals.

The candidate will lead production, maintenance, and quality control, implement safety policies, and manage budgets while partnering with sales, logistics, and engineering to optimize plant performance.