Plant Manager

Description

Position Summary:

The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and safe operation of the manufacturing facility. This position drives a culture of safety, product quality, on-time delivery, throughput, and cost management while ensuring compliance with OSHA, State, and Federal employment laws, as well as company policies and procedures. The Plant Manager leads all plant functions - production, customer service, maintenance, shipping, receiving, and administration, fostering teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion a Culture of Safety
• Lead by example to promote a strong and consistent safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with all OSHA, state, and company safety policies.
• Conduct regular safety audits, reinforce safe work practices
• Actively spend at least 30% of work time on the production floor engaging with employees to strengthen safety awareness and operational excellence.
• Ensure Product Quality
• Maintain strict adherence to quality standards to ensure all products meet customer requirements and industry specifications.
• Ensure compliance with UL and Home Innovation Research Lab testing requirements and maintain accurate audit records.
• Monitor process quality, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement to reduce defects and rework.
• Deliver On-Time to Customers
• Schedule inbound materials, labor, production, and finished product deliveries based on sales demands.
• Ensure customer delivery dates and times are confirmed.
• Maintain clear communication with the sales team, proactively communicate customer shipment disruptions.
• Control Costs and Manage Inventory
• Drive plant profitability by maintaining accurate inventory counts, maximizing inventory turns, and minimizing waste.
• Monitor labor and material costs against established budgets and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Ensure cycle counts and full inventory audits are conducted accurately and on schedule.
• Lead and Develop the Team
• Provide daily leadership, guidance, and support to all plant personnel including production, office, and driver teams.
• Establish clear performance expectations, foster accountability, and create a culture of respect, communication, and continuous learning.
• Ensure adequate staffing to meet production needs and oversee the performance and integration of temporary-to-hire employees.
• Recruit, hire, and evaluate staff; ensure all required training is provided and documented.
• Administer progressive coaching and disciplinary actions as needed.
• Maintain Equipment and Facility
• Oversee and or participate in the operation and maintenance of laminators, band saws, forklifts, and balers.
• Perform or coordinate basic mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic troubleshooting.
• Ensure regular preventive maintenance schedules.
• Compliance and Administration
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, and company driver policies.
• Manage vehicle, building, and grounds upkeep through scheduled inspections.
• Coordinate with leasing and fleet management to address maintenance issues promptly.
• Communication and Collaboration
• Maintain proactive communication with sales, corporate leadership, and other facilities to ensure alignment on production, delivery, and service expectations.
• Respond promptly to corporate office requests and communicate operational issues to management in a timely manner.
• Maintain communication that is always clear, professional, positive, and cooperative.
• Other Duties
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested or assigned to support plant operations and business objectives.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; post-secondary education or technical training preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ supervisory or management experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Experience with LTL/TL freight coordination and transportation management systems (TMS) preferred.
• Knowledge of DOT regulations preferred.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety standards, lean principles, and quality control processes.
• Proficiency with ERP or inventory management systems, Microsoft Office, and production documentation.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Preventative and predictive maintenance experience preferred.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred (depending on location).

Work Environment & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE):

• Work performed in a manufacturing and warehouse environment with exposure to fiberglass insulation materials and standard warehouse conditions.
• Required PPE: Safety glasses and OSHA-compliant safety-toed footwear must be worn at all times in production and warehouse areas.
• Optional PPE: Dust masks are available for use at the employee’s discretion.
• Hearing protection is not required in this environment.
• Position requires standing, walking, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.

Benefits: At The Bay Family of Companies, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees & their families.

• Health benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance. A wellness program with incentives.
• Financial security with a 401(k) with a generous company match, a Health Savings Account option, and life & disability insurance for unexpected events.
• Work-Life balance supported by a generous amount of paid time off and holidays to recharge.
• Additional perks include employee discounts, company events and recognition programs.