Plant Manager

Alcom LLC•Winslow, ME

32d

About The Position

ALCOM’s impressive growth has been driven by a dedicated team committed to producing the highest-quality aluminum trailers across every category. From our beginnings with a single flagship facility in Winslow, Maine, we’ve expanded to four manufacturing plants across the country. This strategic growth not only strengthens our dealer network but also creates valuable career opportunities, fosters innovation, and enhances our ability to deliver top-tier products with faster turnaround times and lower freight costs Our team proudly manufactures 160+ standard trailer models, covering a wide range of applications—including cargo, personal watercraft (PWC), horse and livestock, car haulers, snowmobile, landscape and utility, ATV, and motorcycle trailers. We don’t just build trailers; we customize solutions, ensuring our dealers receive open and enclosed models tailored to their customers' needs At ALCOM, we take pride in what we build and how we build it. Our success is the result of hardworking, skilled employees who share our passion for craftsmanship and innovation. POSITION SUMMARY: Directs and manages all site operations with overall responsibility for Production, Facilities, Quality Control, Material Management, HR, and Logistics. Supports all operational directives to ensure a quality product is produced on time and within established budgets.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or engineering
Strong leadership and coaching skills are essential.
Technology aptitude, including the use of data analytics, ERP systems, and automation tools, is a major asset.
5 or more years of experience in manufacturing.
Leadership: a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others.
Ability to allow high levels of employee engagement, supportive of individual ownership and accountability.
Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
Measurement of performance against goals and standards.
Lean and Six Sigma experience required.
A proven ability to balance safety, quality, productivity, and cost while maintaining strong employee relations and ensuring OSHA compliance.
Quality orientation and attention to detail.
Problem analysis and resolution.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
An ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a leadership role within a growing company is preferred.
Quality management system experience is helpful.
MRP and solid computer experience are desired.

Responsibilities

Production planning, scheduling, and sequencing of line build schedules
Employee communications
Employee engagement
Supports active and unobstructed employee engagement
Works for the production line to support each line’s success.
Implementing Lean initiatives and supporting continuous improvements
Plant P&L management
Leads the plant’s financial performance by managing P&L to ensure profitability and cost control. Collaborate with the finance department to develop accurate forecasts and budgets and ensure that operational activities align with financial objectives.
Coordinates plant activities through planning with Production Managers and Line Supervisors to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished promptly, cost-effectively, and safely. Balances quality, productivity, cost, safety, and morale to achieve positive results.
Participates in the forecasting and budgeting process for the plant.
Analyzes, recommends, and implements methods to control costs and increase efficiencies. Makes recommendations for capital improvements.
Manages employee performance by setting and communicating expectations and goals, following company goals. Provides coaching to direct reports for improved performance and works closely with Human Resources to manage employees within policies and procedures.
Establishes and monitors overall plant performance for production and quality standards. Ensures that quality is a priority throughout the facility.
Fosters a safe working environment and ensures all employees are accountable to safety policies and practices.
Performs other related duties and assignments as required to meet goals and objectives.