Countertops Plant Manager
Countertops Plant Manager
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Job Description
Job Title: Countertop Plant Manager
Location: Houston TX
Department: Countertop Manufacturing
Reports To: Director Operations & Business Development
FLSA Status: Exempt
Job Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday Friday; availability for early shifts extended hours and weekends as needed
Role Summary
The Countertop Plant Manager is responsible for leading all day-to-day operations of the countertop fabrication plant while owning the P&L to ensure efficiency profitability and growth. This role combines oversight of supplier relationships plant engineering production management safety and people leadership. The Plant Manager drives operational excellence by optimizing labor efficiency ensuring supplier reliability enforcing safety and quality standards and building a high-performance culture.
Success in this role is measured by achieving P&L targets consistently meeting customer requested dates maximizing fabrication first-pass yield (RTY) minimizing remake rates reducing Labor Hours per Square Foot (pSQFT) ensuring supplier OTIF (On-Time In-Full) performance and maintaining zero recordable injuries or OSHA violations with full compliance to safety procedures.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Leadership & P&L Management
Lead and oversee all countertop fabrication operations including job prep cutting polishing staging and installer load out.
Own plant-level P&L driving revenue growth cost efficiency and profitability.
Align production capacity and staffing to meet demand while controlling labor costs.
Provide executive-level reporting on financial and operational performance.
Supplier Relationship Management
Own and develop strong partnerships with countertop vendors to ensure pricing lead time quality and availability.
Implement supplier scorecards conduct quarterly business reviews and hold vendors accountable for performance.
Coordinate raw material supply delivery schedules and remnant inventory management with suppliers.
Collaborate with the Inventory Coordinator to ensure accurate inventory management material availability and proper tracking of remnants and supplies.
Engineering & Plant Optimization
Lead technical and engineering improvements including equipment optimization automation and workstation redesign.
Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce rework downtime and waste.
Collaborate with maintenance teams to minimize machine downtime and ensure reliability.
Quality Safety & Compliance
Enforce quality standards to meet builder specifications and minimize escaped defects.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to reduce remake rates.
Ensure full compliance with OSHA PPE and all company safety policies.
Conduct safety audits toolbox talks and monthly trainings to maintain a culture of safety.
People Leadership & Development
Hire train and coach supervisors and frontline employees to build a skilled and motivated workforce.
Conduct performance reviews succession planning and promote accountability at all levels.
Foster a culture of teamwork continuous improvement and pride in plant performance.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
P&L Performance (Revenue Gross Margin Operating Costs)
Fabrication First-Pass Yield (RTY)
Remake Rate (# of jobs requiring rework)
Labor Hours per Square Foot (pSQFT)
% On-Time Job Completion
Zero recordable injuries / OSHA violations
100% PPE compliance & safety training participation
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Supply Chain or related field (preferred)
7 years of experience in manufacturing operations with at least 3 years in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of countertop fabrication processes materials (quartz granite solid surface) and equipment
Proven experience in P&L management and supplier negotiations
Demonstrated success implementing lean manufacturing and process optimization initiatives
Excellent leadership communication and analytical skills
Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel
Core Competencies
Strategic & Financial Leadership
Supplier Engagement & Negotiation
Operational Efficiency & Continuous Improvement
Safety & Compliance Focus
Team Development & Coaching
Results-Driven Metric-Oriented Mindset
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 75 lbs occasionally
Prolonged standing/walking in a manufacturing environment
Tolerance for heat dust noise and manufacturing conditions
Some travel required to supplier sites or other facilities
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
