Manufacturing Plant Manager

Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions•Dallas, NC

About The Position

The Plant Manager leads daily operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, driving operational excellence and ensuring workplace safety, productivity, quality, and delivery standards. This hands-on leadership role oversees production and plant performance, manages costs and resources, and develops a high-performing team. The role also works across departments and provides senior leadership with updates on plant performance, challenges, and improvement initiatives.

Requirements

At least 5 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, including plant or operations management.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage production operations, and achieve performance targets.
Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, quality control, and inventory management.
Working knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety standards.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to interpret operational data and drive improvements.
Experience managing budgets, controlling costs, and optimizing labor and resources.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience with ERP or manufacturing management systems.
Ability to work effectively under pressure, adapt to changing priorities, and make timely decisions.
Demonstrated success building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience is considered.
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily plant operations to achieve production, quality, safety, delivery, and cost objectives.
Lead, coach, and develop department managers, supervisors, and production teams to improve performance and accountability.
Establish and monitor KPIs, including productivity, on-time delivery, quality, scrap, downtime, and labor efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and control costs.
Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and environmental requirements.
Develop and execute production plans that meet customer demand and quality and delivery expectations.
Partner with Maintenance to support equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, and reduced production downtime.
Manage plant budgets, labor utilization, staffing levels, and operating expenses.
Identify and resolve operational challenges using root cause analysis and corrective action plans.
Promote employee engagement, teamwork, accountability, and professional development.
Collaborate with Human Resources on staffing, training, performance management, and employee relations.
Work with Quality, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and other departments to support business objectives.
Provide senior leadership with regular updates on plant performance, challenges, and improvement initiatives.