Plant Manager

The Plant Manager will oversee all operational aspects of our Salisbury facility, leading cross-functional teams to drive results in safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency.

This individual will also be responsible for managing the manufacturing department, production planning, financial performance, and employee development.

Key Responsibilities: * Lead the daily plant and manufacturing department operations, including welding, fabrication, painting, installation and many more.

* Champion a safety-first culture across the plant.

* Coach, develop, and manage direct reports to drive accountability and high performance.

* Maintain full financial responsibility for plant operations including development of annual operating plans, budgets, and performance metrics.

* Oversee production planning, tracking throughput to meet customer delivery requirements and quality standards.

* Monitor and adjust inventory levels and staffing based on current demand and forecasted needs.

* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize plant efficiency and reduce waste.

* Collaborate with the sales team to ensure delivery commitments and customer satisfaction.

* Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and corporate standards.

Ideal Candidate Attributes: * Dynamic, cross-functional leader with a strong bias for action and results.

* Proven track record of driving performance through team engagement and process improvement.

* Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to handle complex production issues in real time.

* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence across levels.

* Detail-oriented, organized, and effective in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments.

* Passionate about delivering exceptional service and proactively resolving issues.

Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management or related field (preferred). * Minimum 7 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.

* Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, scheduling, safety, and quality systems.

* Experience with ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

* Experience in waste equipment or heavy-duty manufacturing a plus.