Plant Manager

Wieland

$90K — $120K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Strong understanding of operational management and manufacturing processes.
  • Proven track record in safety regulation compliance and employee safety management.
  • Experience in capital project execution and strategic planning at the site level.
  • Proficient in inventory management and purchasing oversight.
  • Ability to consistently achieve financial performance targets, including turnover and EBITDA.
  • Skilled in team development and people management for operational efficiency.
  • Demonstrated capability in aligning team efforts with corporate strategy.

Responsibilities

  • Lead production operations to ensure efficient manufacturing processes.
  • Oversee purchasing and materials management to support production demands.
  • Manage planning and scheduling to optimize production output.
  • Coordinate shipping and receiving processes for timely delivery.
  • Control inventory levels to meet manufacturing requirements.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision plans starting on Day 1.
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions and matching.
  • Paid Vacation and Holidays for a healthy work-life balance.
  • Extensive growth opportunities across over 40 North American locations.
  • Participation in wellness programs with potential healthcare benefits discounts.
  • Commitment to sustainable manufacturing practices and eco-friendly solutions.
Full Job Description
Overview

Wieland is hiring a Plant Manager. The Plant Manager is responsible for managing the operational results of the manufacturing facilities for Wieland in Verona, VA, including day-to-day areas of safety, quality, delivery, and the financial performance of the reporting departments. In addition, the Plant Manager is responsible for executing the Business Unit’s strategies to achieve the goals of the entity, implementing the company’s vision, and driving continuous improvement for future growth and success of the company. This role is located in Verona, VA, and will be on-site. 

 

Responsibilities

Plant Manager Responsibilities:

  • Production Leads
  • Purchasing
  • Planning & Scheduling
  • Shipping & Receiving
  • Inventory Control

Plant Manager Qualifications:

  • Working within Wieland’s operating philosophy, reinforce Wieland’s culture and values to optimize behavioral and performance expectations. Ensure the organizational structure and policies support this cultural framework.
  • Maintain a safe working environment for all employees by adhering to company policies and regulatory guidelines for environmental, health and safety.
  • Support execution of capital projects and plans, both driven from the site’s operational needs and the strategic needs of Wieland.
  • Review appropriate inventory levels and materials necessary for manufacturing. Approve high value inventory purchases.
  • Continuously reduce costs and improve performance throughout all aspects of the business
  • Help evaluate potential product development projects and support implementation, as needed.
  • Achieve and/or exceed budgeted turnover and EBITDA results.
  • Satisfy customer expectations for quality, delivery and performance of products and services.
  • Assure performance to annual operational performance objectives of the organization.
  • Align entity’s results and strategy with the overall corporate strategic vision.
  • Reinforce the company’s core cultural values and set a positive personal example to the team to optimize behavioral and performance expectations.
  • Develop employees to foster continuous improvement.
  • Allocate resources effectively and develop employee skills to have a highly flexible workforce.
  • Ensure retention of key members, identify, and develop new talents of the core operating team.
  • Align priorities, communicate expectations and progress, and effectively manage individuals as well as team performance. 
  • Monitor KPI’s and trigger corrective and improvement actions on a continuous basis.
  • Additional responsibilities as directed by the Director of Operations.
Qualifications

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

  • Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
  • Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
  • Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
  • Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
  • Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
  • Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

 

 

 

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