Plant Manager

SMITH-MIDLAND CORPORATION•Bealeton, VA

54d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides leadership, management and technical expertise to the Smith-Midland Corporation of South Carolina manufacturing operations team. Directs and manages the manufacturing operations in a safe, efficient and cost effective manner. Monitors and controls operations to achieve safety, quality, schedule, and cost goals.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
5-10 years of experience in the precast concrete industry
Prior management or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
In-depth understanding of precast concrete production processes
Familiarity with quality control standards and testing procedures
Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and safety standards
Strong leadership and team management abilities
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
Effective communication (both written and verbal)
Proficiency in project management and scheduling
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) can be beneficial
Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) certification
OSHA safety certification
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Proficiency with ERP systems and production management software
Budget management and cost control experience

Responsibilities

Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the manufacturing departments, including the utility plants, batch plant, carpentry shop, steel shop, welding shop, yard, finishing and material handling.
Through managers and supervisors directs a work force of 30-50.
Attends to all personnel matters in their area of responsibility to achieve a motivated, productive and capable workforce.
Administers company rules and procedures for the personnel under their responsibility.
In close coordination with engineering, sales, and shipping, sets up and updates schedules, assigns resources and effectively follows up on progress to meet manufacturing and shipping deadlines.
Monitors the performance and productive output of operations and takes corrective action as required, makes recommendations and implements productivity improvement initiatives and equipment upgrades.
Produces various reports required for accounting purposes and to monitor the productive output of their area of responsibility.
Makes products of high quality that meet or exceed specifications, company standards and expectations.
Strives to continuously improve the quality of products.
Maintains a safe work environment and promotes safe work practices.
Communicates and implements company and regulatory safety policies and standards.
Ensures proper operation of all equipment, follows up on its condition and coordinates required repairs with maintenance to ensure the preservation of capital and minimization of downtime.
Also maintains high standards of housekeeping.
Coordinates with purchasing to maintain a timely supply of all materials required for uninterrupted production.
Uses standard work and standard auditing to ensure quality programs are maintained and continuously advanced.