What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at Total Aviation Staffing?
Join our client, a leader in the electroless nickel plating industry, as a Plant Manager. With over a century of dedication to quality and innovation, the company is committed to providing top-notch metal finishing solutions. As Plant Manager, you will be at the heart of operations, driving excellence and ensuring the facility meets its production and quality goals. This is a chance to lead a skilled team, work with state-of-the-art technology, and make a tangible impact in a reputable organization.
Responsibilities:
- Manage Daily Operations: Ensure efficient and safe plant operations to meet production targets.
- Analyze and Improve: Monitor metrics, troubleshoot issues, and implement cost-saving strategies.
- Customer Engagement: Address quality concerns and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Quality Control: Work with quality assurance to maintain high product standards and resolve issues.
- Safety Leadership: Enforce safety protocols, conduct audits, and mitigate workplace hazards.
- Team Development: Lead, mentor, and train technicians and engineers on quality standards.
Requirements:
- 3-5 years of experience managing a plating/metal finishing shop.
- Experience with AS9100 quality management systems in manufacturing.
- Preferred CEF and/or CAF certification; NADCAP experience is a plus.
- Competence in internal audits and result interpretation.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data management software.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
- Reliable commuting ability between multiple plant locations.
- Physical capability to walk, kneel, stand for long periods, and lift up to 45 pounds.
Benefits & Perks:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life insurance and short/long-term disability plans.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Generous PTO for work-life balance.
Why Apply Through Total Aviation Staffing?
Total Aviation Staffing connects aviation professionals with top-tier opportunities across the industry. Whether you’re looking for roles in:
- Commercial Aviation – Passenger airlines, cargo operations, and aircraft leasing
- Business & General Aviation – Corporate jets, charter services, and private aviation
- MRO & Aftermarket Services – Aircraft maintenance, repair, overhaul, and parts distribution
- Aerospace & Defense – Military aviation, space systems, and defense programs
- Aviation Technology & Manufacturing – OEMs, avionics, propulsion, and emerging technologies
Even if this role isn’t the perfect fit, applying with us gives you access to multiple career opportunities that may not be publicly advertised.
- Work with top companies in aviation and aerospace.
- Get priority access to multiple job openings.
- Receive expert career guidance from specialized aviation recruiters.
Apply today to take the next step in your aviation career.
