Plant Manager

gpac, a recruiting firm with 30+ years in business, is partnered with a well-established company in the structural steel and metals fabrication industry in the Baltimore, MD area. Our client is seeking a Plant Manager to lead overall plant operations, safety, quality, and profitability.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead all plant operations, including production, quality, maintenance, and shipping
• Drive a strong safety culture and regulatory compliance
• Develop production plans that meet customer schedules and cost targets
• Lead, hire, and develop plant supervisors and staff
• Manage the plant budget, labor, and capital improvements

Position Essential Job Functions:

• Track and report KPIs for safety, throughput, quality, and cost
• Lead continuous improvement and lean initiatives
• Support quality certifications such as the AISC certification program or IAS AC472
• Coordinate with sales, engineering, and project management on capacity
• Oversee equipment reliability and maintenance planning

Position Skills:

• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in steel fabrication or metal buildings
• Prior plant or operations management experience
• Knowledge of AISC, AWS, or IAS AC472 quality programs
• Lean manufacturing experience
• Strong financial and people leadership skills
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, operations, or business preferred

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of $85,000 - $100,000 per year
• Comprehensive health insurance
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities

To apply, contact Clint Long at clint.long@gogpac.com or 605-370-5504.