Assistant Plant Manager

Wells • Jacksonville, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Plant Manager supports the daily operations of the precast manufacturing facility with a focus on total Precast operations. This role assists in coordinating manufacturing activities, ensuring production quality, scheduling to meet the needs of customers, and safety compliance. The Assistant Plant Manager acts as a key liaison between departments, helps enforce standards, and drives continuous improvement in plant performance and workforce development. SAFETY IS OUR HIGHEST PRIORITY. Safety is our highest priority. We believe a safe workplace is built on mutual respect, care, and accountability. Every team member is empowered and expected to follow safety practices, look out for one another, and speak up about potential risks. Together, we create an environment where everyone goes home safely each day. WHY JOIN OUR TEAM? At Wells, you�re part of a team that takes pride in building something that lasts. Whether you�re in operations, a manufacturing facility, or out in the field, your work plays a direct role in creating quality structures that support our communities. We value hard work, reliability, and teamwork because getting the job done right requires teamwork. With a strong focus on safety, collaboration, and ingenuity, we create an environment where you can build your experience, contribute to meaningful work, and make an impact.

Requirements

• High School graduate - some college preferred.
• 5+ years of precast management experience preferred
• Good communication skills required (both written and oral)
• Good organizational and planning skills required.
• Experience with computer programs required. (Excel, Access, Outlook, Power Point.)
• Print reading and drawing/blueprint skills preferred.
• Proven ability to be a team leader.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 75 lbs occasionally and frequent bending, climbing, kneeling, twisting, squatting, crawling, and repetitive hand/arm use
• Capable of standing, walking, and moving throughout the facility for extended shifts of up to 12 hours
• Comfortable working at heights using ladders, scaffolding, swing stages, and man lifts frequently
• Ability to work safely in a production or field environment with moderate to high exposure to safety risks and hazards
• Willingness to work in varying environmental conditions, including wet, hot, humid, and cold weather , and outdoors (Depending on location)
• Ability to wear all required PPE, including but not limited to safety boots, safety glasses, hearing protection, high visibility vest, hard hat, and other PPE as required by the task, department, or work area.

Nice To Haves

• some college preferred
• Print reading and drawing/blueprint skills preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist Plant Manager with scheduling, staffing, and coordination of plant operations
• Plan and sequence precast panel production to meet project schedules and quality standards
• Track daily production records and monitor progress against delivery timelines
• Collaborate with QC, Engineering, and Project Managers to resolve production issues
• Adjust production schedules based on jobsite needs and operational changes
• Support training, onboarding, and development of hourly workforce
• Promote lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Assist with safety programs and special projects as assigned

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• company-paid disability and life insurance
• wellness incentives
• paid holidays
• PTO
• flexible spending accounts
• HSA options
• a 401(k) with profit sharing
• access to Nice Healthcare
• employee assistance resources
• pet insurance
• additional voluntary coverage such as critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans
• Health and family care leave is available to both union and non-union employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED