Plant Manager

Cornwell Quality Tools Co.

$140K — $160K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering or related field; equivalent experience accepted.
  • 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, particularly in plant or senior operations management.
  • Background in metal fabrication and Lean Manufacturing is advantageous.
  • Experience working in a union environment is beneficial.
  • Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, production planning, and continuous improvement practices.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential.
  • Competence in Microsoft Office; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics AX is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all daily plant operations including production, safety, quality, and maintenance.
  • Ensure production goals and product quality are met on time.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on Lean Manufacturing and cost reduction.
  • Maintain OSHA compliance and foster a strong safety culture.
  • Develop and coach supervisors and employees, fostering positive union relationships.
  • Collaborate with engineering, HR, and suppliers to enhance operations and tackle production challenges.
  • Monitor plant performance and operational metrics to maximize efficiency.

Benefits

  • Employee ownership structure promotes long-term investment in company success.
  • Opportunity to create a significant impact on plant performance and culture.
  • Access to a supportive and collaborative work environment.
  • Focus on continuous improvement offers professional growth opportunities.
  • Encouragement of a proactive safety culture to ensure employee well-being.
Full Job Description
Your Role:
  • Lead all daily plant operations, including production, safety, quality, engineering, maintenance, shipping, receiving, procurement, and scheduling.
  • Ensure production goals, product quality, and on-time delivery are consistently achieved.
  • Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Maintain OSHA compliance and promote a strong safety culture through regular floor presence.
  • Develop, coach, and lead supervisors and employees while fostering positive union relationships.
  • Collaborate with engineering, HR, suppliers, and leadership to improve operations and resolve production challenges.
  • Monitor plant performance, budgets, and operational metrics to maximize efficiency and profitability.

What We're Looking For:
  • Bachelor's degree preferred (Engineering or related field); equivalent experience considered.
  • 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, including plant or senior operations management.
  • Background in metal fabrication and Lean Manufacturing preferred.
  • Experience in a union environment preferred.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, OSHA regulations, production planning, and continuous improvement.
  • Proven leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office; Microsoft Dynamics AX experience is a plus.

Physical Demands:
  • Frequent standing and walking throughout the facility.
  • Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly (80 pounds occasionally).

Work Environment:
  • Manufacturing environment with moving machinery, moderate to high noise levels, and occasional exposure to heat and vibration.

Ready to lead a team that values quality, innovation, and continuous improvement? Apply today and become part of an employee-owned company where your leadership makes a lasting impact.

Salary Description

$140,000-$160,000.00

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