Plant Manager (Bilingual/Spanish/English

An industry leading company in Valencia is seeking an experienced Plant Manager (Bilingual in Spanish/English) to organize and oversee the daily operations of the company.

Lean manufacturing experience is required, as is a background with sheet metal products. This is a fabrication manufacturing environment, with a total of approximately 250 employees. The volume is low but customizable.

The company is requiring 100% onsite presence and experience with Gemba Walks and Kaizan events. **The work hours are 5:00 to 1:30 PM**

You will be the one to ensure that the business is well-coordinated and productive by' managing its procedures and coaching its people. The area of responsibility for this role is very wide and thus requires thorough knowledge of various company processes. The ideal candidate must be competent and able to plan many different kinds of operational activities. The successful candidate will have demonstrated experience in manufacturing, precision sheet metal, machining, assembly, mechanical engineering and manufacturing leadership including excellent knowledge of lean manufacturing strategies, continuous improvement. He/She must be an excellent leader who can discover the most efficient ways to run the business.

Responsibilities

• Superior to make decisions for operational activities and set strategic goals
• Plan and monitor the day-to-day running of business to ensure smooth progress
• Supervise staff from different departments and provide constructive feedback
• Evaluate regularly the efficiency of business procedures according to organizational objectives and apply improvements
• Manage procurement processes and coordinate material and resources allocation
• Oversee customer support processes and organize them to enhance customer satisfaction
• Review financial information and adjust operational budgets to promote profitability
• Revise and/or formulate policies and promote their implementation
• Manage relationships/agreements with external partners/vendors
• Evaluate overall performance by gathering, analyzing and interpreting data and metrics
• Ensure that the company runs with legality and conformity to established regulations

• Oversee diverse production activities including prototype orders, first production runs and repeat orders
• Partner with Safety Manager to maintain Safety Program which includes safety trainings, safety walks, safety reviews and accident investigation activities.

• Partner with Quality Manager to maintain ISO 9001 and AS9100 registration status; Including internal auditing, procedure review, corrective action and other required activities
• Partner with Human Resources to address issues related to hiring, performance reviews, employee training and information sharing.
• Oversee training and implementation of policies and procedures into the company's operations
• Knowledge of precision sheet metal machinery and equipment, specifically Amada NC laser/punch and Amada Brake Presses.

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as Plant Manager or equivalent position minimum of 5 years
• Must be self-directed, organized and have ability to work in a fast paced, pressured working environment
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities
• Outstanding communication and people skills
• Knowledge of industry's legal rules and guidelines
• In depth knowledge of diverse business functions and principles (e.g. supply chain, finance, customer service etc.)
• Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
• Familiarity with MS Office and various business software (e.g. ERP, CRM, Six Sigma training)
• BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.