Plant Manager

Company: GPAC
Location: Gulfport
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Plant Manager - Steel ManufacturingWe are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our growing team and lead operations at our South Mississippi facility. The ideal Plant Manager should have experience in the metal and steel manufacturing industry with multiple assignments in all phases of the business and a proven track record with an emphasis on safety and quality.Job Type: Full Time, On-SiteResponsibilities for the Plant Manager:

• Responsible for the overall production and physical conditions of the facility and equipment. Partners with other managers of departments and helps to train and develop personnel involved in the production function in these departments.
• Reviews production orders or schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities, and specifications of products as well as scheduled delivery dates, to plan department operations.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimal costs and operational delays.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Directs the implementation of safe operating practices in compliance with Company and regulatory policies (DOT regulations, forklift operations, OSHA compliance, etc.).
• Compiles, stores, retrieves, and analyzes production data.Requirements of the Plant Manager:
  • Minimum 3-5 years of Plant Management experience in the Steel, Metal Coils, and Stamping industries
  • Experience with stainless steel, aluminum, copper, and other specialty metals
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively plan and allocate resources
  • Strong written and oral communication skills across all levels of the organization
  • Proven track record of developing, implementing, and utilizing processes, procedures, and standardization of work
  • Highly proficient in effective and efficient production and LEAN manufacturing methods
  • Strong interpersonal, organizational, team building, and project management skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite products and software All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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