Plant Manager

Astro Shapes LLC•Struthers, OH

53d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Manager will lead and optimize all aspects of a high-volume aluminum extrusion facility. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and workforce engagement while ensuring alignment with company objectives. This is a highly visible leadership position requiring both strategic thinking and hands-on execution in a complex manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing
Proven experience managing large-scale operations (500+ employees preferred)
Strong knowledge of aluminum extrusion processes and related operations
Experience in high-volume production environments with aggressive KPIs
Background in union environments and labor relations
Financial acumen including budgeting and capital project management
Experience with ERP systems and production scheduling
Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

Lead all plant operations including extrusion, finishing, fabrication, and shipping
Drive key performance metrics: safety, quality, scrap reduction, uptime, and on-time delivery
Analyze production data to identify opportunities and implement improvements
Manage plant financial performance including budgets and cost controls
Oversee scheduling, capacity planning, and material flow
Partner with HR to support workforce planning and union relations
Lead, coach, and develop managers, supervisors, and frontline employees
Champion Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure strong communication and engagement across all levels of the organization