Plant Manager

Fulcrum Technologies, Inc.•Tualatin, OR

33d•$135,000 - $155,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Fulcrum Technologies is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a critical manufacturing operation supporting advanced semiconductor production equipment. This role involves driving operational excellence, developing people, and shaping the future growth of the organization. The Plant Manager will direct all factory operations, set the direction for training and continuous improvement, and build a culture focused on safety, accountability, quality, and operational excellence. Key responsibilities include production planning, performance management, budget and financial management, logistics, people leadership, facilities and equipment management, compliance, systems utilization, workforce planning, and strategic initiative leadership.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Business, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
7+ years of hands-on experience running a manufacturing plant with full responsibility for daily production and operational performance.
Proven track record of building systems, processes, and teams that transform growing operations into disciplined and scalable organizations.
Experience developing and managing operational budgets.
Strong leadership and coaching skills, including developing supervisors and department leads.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Ability to travel up to 25%, including occasional international travel.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate measurable results in: Building and sustaining a strong safety culture.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate measurable results in: Reducing defects, rework, and customer quality escapes.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate measurable results in: Lowering labor, material, and overhead costs.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate measurable results in: Shortening lead times and improving on-time delivery performance.
Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, including: 5S
Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, including: Value Stream Mapping
Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, including: Standard Work
Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, including: Root Cause Analysis
Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies, including: Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the semiconductor industry.
Background in structural or design engineering.
Proficiency with AutoCAD.
ERP experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Direct all factory operations, including production, maintenance, materials, inventory, and logistics.
Set the direction for training, continuous improvement, and manufacturing activities.
Build and maintain a culture focused on safety, accountability, quality, and operational excellence.
Lead initiatives that improve productivity, efficiency, profitability, and customer satisfaction.
Build and execute production plans that meet customer demand and sales forecasts.
Own production schedules across departments and ensure alignment with business priorities.
Maintain inventory at appropriate levels to support production requirements.
Establish and manage productivity targets across operations.
Coordinate resources to ensure delivery commitments are achieved.
Establish, monitor, and improve KPIs for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and 5S.
Measure operational performance and implement corrective actions as needed.
Drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization.
Develop and manage the operations budget.
Monitor expenditures and operational performance against budget expectations.
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Accounting as business conditions and priorities evolve.
Drive cost-control initiatives while maintaining operational effectiveness.
Oversee shipping, receiving, inventory management, and material flow throughout the facility.
Partner with suppliers to improve quality, responsiveness, and on-time delivery.
Ensure operational activities support customer commitments and delivery schedules.
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and department leads.
Build a high-performing team focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Make decisions regarding hiring, compensation recommendations, employee development, performance management, and termination.
Support succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
Manage facility operations, maintenance programs, and equipment reliability.
Ensure preventive maintenance programs are effective and sustainable.
Lead capital equipment planning and implementation projects.
Coordinate facility improvements and operational expansion initiatives.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local, environmental, and workplace safety regulations.
Oversee environmental compliance activities, including water quality sampling and reporting requirements associated with Clean Water Services and Oregon DEQ.
Promote and maintain a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
Ensure effective utilization of the ERP system to support inventory accuracy, production planning, scheduling, shipping and receiving, and coordination with Accounting to maintain accurate operational and financial data.
Improve operational visibility through reporting, process discipline, and data integrity.
Develop workforce, equipment, and capacity plans to support projected business growth and customer demand.
Evaluate staffing, equipment, and facility requirements to ensure operational scalability.
Identify and address capacity constraints before they impact business performance.
Lead initiatives that have a major impact on company performance and future growth.
Help define and execute operational strategies that support business objectives.
Partner with executive leadership to improve competitiveness, scalability, and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

401(k) with Safe Harbor company match
100% employer-paid medical insurance (base plan) for employees and qualified dependents
100% employer-paid vision insurance
50% employer-paid dental insurance
100% employer-paid short-term disability insurance
100% employer-paid accident insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Paid Sick Leave
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
A values-driven culture focused on Safety, Quality, Integrity, Customer Focus, Teamwork, and Respect