Plant Manager

Plant Power & Control Systems (IES Infrastructure Solutions) 

Title:  Plant Manager 

Status:  Exempt  

Reports To:  VP & General Manager 

Location:  Birmingham, Alabama  

JOB SUMMARY: The Plant Manager will oversee all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed.  They will assist in the development of processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations. 

• Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. 

• Be responsible for employee safety, product quality, production output, and on-time delivery. 

• 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. 

• Maintain, develop, and monitor an effective PM program. 

• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions accordingly. 

• Share a trusting relationship with peers and direct reports. 

• Recruit, manage and develop plant staff. 

• Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime 

• Commit to plant safety procedures and continuous improvement ideas 

• Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, KPI’s and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets. 

• Address employees’ issues, work with HR to process issues following employee handbook policies 

• Evaluate assigned staff’s talent base, support performance evaluations, identify training needs, and recommend effective action plans for meeting performance expectations. 

• Other duties may be assigned 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Proven managerial experience as a Plant Manager in a manufacturing environment. A minimum of five years’ experience is preferred. 

• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (P&L management, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources). 

• Manufacturing experience to include knowledge of metal fabrication, paint, weld assembly and quality control. 

• Understanding of production schedules, estimated verses actual cost and has a proven history of execution of manufactured or engineered to order product. 

• Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes 

• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example 

• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills 

• Four-year Business Management degree or related field preferred 

Why IES Infrastructure?

IES Infrastructure offers competitive salaries. But, if you make your employment decision based on salary only, you’re overlooking other significant factors – work environment and employee benefits. We offer a friendly, team-work environment with opportunities for continuous development and career advancement. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package that provides real protection for you and your family.

• Health & dental insurance
• Group life & accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Supplemental life insurance
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Company Paid Disability insurance (short and long-term)
• Vacation and holidays
• 401k

Company Culture

Commitment to Excellence – Consistently exceeds expectations.
Honesty and Integrity – Strive to do what is right and do what we say we will do.
Safety – Create a safe working environment in all operating locations.
Respect -Honor the rights of all involved.
Communication – Communicate clearly and directly with all involved.
Employee Satisfaction – Create employee opportunities for growth and development.
Innovation and Creativity – Apply creative ingenuity to make us better, faster, and first.
Resiliency – No obstacle will stop us from accomplishing our goals.
Teamwork – Above all else, work together as one team and one group of professionals.

All positions require customer focus with a service-oriented attitude as well as attention to detail with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to adapt to changes in daily activities is essential. Ability to travel and work overtime/weekends, as needed, to meet customer and in-house demands. All applicants must pass a background check and drug/alcohol screening and must have a clean driving record.