Plant Manager III

Arcosa Marine Products is seeking a high-performing Plant Manager to join our Caruthersville, MO Plant leadership team.

In this critical leadership role, you’ll partner with plant leadership to drive operational excellence, foster a culture of respect and empowerment, and ensure we remain the industry leader in inland barge manufacturing. If you’re passionate about driving results, streamlining processes, and leading teams to achieve their highest potential, we invite you to bring your expertise to our growing organization.

Arcosa Marine Products, a leading manufacturer of inland barges, manufactures dry cargo barges, including flat-deck and hopper barges, that are used to transport a variety of products including grain, coal, and aggregates. Arcosa Marine Products also manufactures tank barges that carry petroleum, fertilizer, ethanol, chemicals, and other liquid cargoes. It is the largest U.S. manufacturer of fiberglass hopper barge covers used primarily on grain barges. Additionally, Arcosa Marine Products provides a full line of deck hardware to the marine industry, including hatches, castings, and winches for towboats and dock facilities.

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What You’ll Do:

• Lead with Safety First: Ensure employee and plant safety through rigorous adherence to OSHA and compliance to company policies.

• Financial Excellence: Develop and administer budgets and activities to fund operations, maximize investments, and increase efficiency

• Drive Operational Excellence: Oversee safety, quality, production, maintenance, and distribution while managing budgets to optimize efficiency and maximize returns.
• Inspire and Empower Teams: Communicate the plant vision and strategy effectively, setting clear expectations, and fostering a culture of accountability and respect.
• Focus on Continuous Improvement: Identify and lead initiatives to optimize inventory, expand plant capacity, and improve process planning, achieving world-class manufacturing standards.
• Ensure Reliability: Partner with maintenance teams to ensure machinery and equipment meet operational demands through proactive and effective preventive maintenance programs.
• Deliver Results: Manage short- and long-term improvement projects to enhance delivery performance, flexibility, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate Across Departments: Coordinate with project management, purchasing, and engineering teams to align resources and workflows effectively.
• Develop Top Talent: Take ownership of plant staffing and retention, identifying high-potential employees and building a strong, engaged workforce.

What You’ll Need:

• A minimum of 5 years managing operations (safety, quality, logistics, maintenance, and budgets) in an engineered-to-order manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in industrial steel manufacturing and fabrication processes, including cutting steel plate, fitting, welding, and outfitting.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and quality control for regulated industries.
• Strong leadership with a proven track record of building and inspiring high-performing teams.
• Exceptional project management and problem-solving abilities in complex manufacturing environments.
• Proficiency with manufacturing tools and machinery, including CNC machining, plasma tables, press brakes, and welders.
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred.