Background

Non-Ferrous Cast Alloys is seeking a Plant Manager to lead our foundry operations. This person will have day-to-day responsibility for the people, plant, process, and financial targets at our foundry.

The Plant Manager must enjoy working in an environment that is people-focused, process-led and results-driven. The ideal individual will exercise good judgment in a variety of situations, can work under pressure at times to meet deadlines, possess strong written and verbal communication, administrative, and organizational skills, and have the capability to maintain a realistic balance among multiple priorities. The Plant Manager will work both independently on projects, and in a team environment, effectively leading the organization and facilitating training and development of employees. As part of the leadership team, the Plant Manager will have the opportunity to help build on a culture that rewards hard work, encourages growth, and celebrates the success of individuals and the team.

Responsibilities

Manage overall foundry operations.

• Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations
• Responsible for the Safety, Quality, Production, Delivery and Cost of the facility
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations

Oversee employee management and development.

• Provide expectations, accountability, and direction to all direct reports, including monitoring productivity and workload
• Conduct staff meetings to coordinate daily foundry activities
• Lead a culture that promotes collaboration, communication, trust, respect, and teamwork
• Participate in the hiring and development of key foundry personnel, continuing to build a great team
• Ensure all employees receive adequate training and timely evaluations, participating in evaluation and promotion of staff as appropriate
• Initiate, develop, and coordinate the implementation of specific training programs.
• Promote safety daily, working with key leaders to identify, develop, and implement best practices in safety and quality

Schedule production and identify process improvements.

• Ensure all foundry issues are promptly addressed using problem solving skills and root cause analysis
• Direct all foundry activities in accordance with goals, product standards, costs, budget, manpower and established procedures
• Design and implement operations, programs, services, strategies, and initiatives that are responsive to the needs of the company's facility
• Champion problem solving teams and the use of Lean Principles to continually improve key performance measures

Perform miscellaneous job-related duties, as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Requires a superior knowledge of operations to include Safety culture, quality control, scheduling, material planning, continuous improvement and production process to lead and direct the efficient flow of manufacturing for the foundry
• Capable of streamlining and implementing processes, structures and roles that boost speed and efficiency while supporting rapidly shifting business demands
• General knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, customer service, sales and employee engagement
• Prioritization and time management skills
• Ability to positively influence team members both personally and at work to achieve a high level of performance

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of management experience in foundry or related industry
• Trustworthy, reliable, and proactive
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to lift at least 45 pounds