Job Description: Plant Manager (Contract-to-Hire)

Overview

Value Driven Solutions is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Plant Manager for a contract-to-hire opportunity to lead operations at a large-scale metal fabrication facility specializing in high-capacity tanks pressure vessels and custom-engineered storage solutions. The Plant Manager will oversee a team of 70 employees ensuring efficient production stringent quality control and adherence to safety standards while driving operational excellence and meeting project deadlines. This role offers the potential for permanent employment based on performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Direct all plant operations including production fabrication quality control and logistics to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of high-quality products.

• Team Management: Lead mentor and develop a team of 70 employees including supervisors welders fabricators and support staff fostering a culture of collaboration accountability and continuous improvement.

• Safety Compliance: Champion workplace safety by enforcing OSHA regulations conducting regular safety audits implementing training programs and ensuring a zero-harm environment.

• Quality Assurance: Oversee quality control processes to meet industry standards (e.g. ASME API AWWA) and client specifications ensuring all products meet rigorous performance and reliability requirements.

• Production Optimization: Develop and implement strategies to enhance production efficiency reduce waste and optimize resource utilization while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.

• Budget and Cost Management: Manage plant budgets monitor expenses and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or safety.

• Equipment and Facility Oversight: Ensure proper maintenance repair and upgrading of fabrication equipment (e.g. CNC machines welding systems) and facility infrastructure to support uninterrupted operations.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering procurement and construction teams to align plant operations with project requirements schedules and client expectations.

• Inventory and Supply Chain: Coordinate with procurement teams to manage raw material inventory vendor relationships and supply chain logistics to support production needs.

• Performance Reporting: Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production quality safety and financial metrics providing regular updates to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Experience: 10 years of experience in manufacturing or metal fabrication with at least 5 years in a plant management or senior leadership role overseeing a workforce of similar size (50 employees).

• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of metal fabrication processes including welding cutting forming and assembly with experience in producing tanks vessels or structural components.

• Industry Standards: In-depth knowledge of relevant standards (e.g. ASME API AWWA) and experience managing large-scale industrial projects.

• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead and motivate a diverse workforce manage conflict and drive performance in a high-pressure deadline-driven environment.

• Safety Expertise: Strong commitment to safety with certifications such as OSHA 30 or equivalent preferred.

• Financial Acumen: Experience managing budgets controlling costs and driving operational efficiencies.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams engage with stakeholders and present reports to senior management.

• Education: Bachelors degree in engineering industrial management business administration or a related field preferred; equivalent experience in manufacturing leadership will be considered.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with lean manufacturing Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.

• Proficiency in ERP systems or production management software.

• Knowledge of supply chain management and vendor negotiations.

• Familiarity with advanced fabrication technologies such as automated welding or CNC programming.

Contract-to-Hire Details

• Contract Duration: Initial 6-month contract with the potential for conversion to a permanent role based on performance and business needs.

• Evaluation: Performance will be assessed based on operational efficiency team leadership safety compliance and project delivery outcomes.

• Conversion: Successful candidates may be offered a permanent position with additional benefits and long-term career opportunities.

Benefits (Upon Conversion to Permanent Role)

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Comprehensive health dental and vision insurance.

• Retirement savings plan with company match.

• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

• Dynamic and collaborative work environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and cover letter to insert contact information or application portal. Please include Plant Manager (Contract-to-Hire) Application in the subject line.

Value Driven Solutions is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.