Plant Manager

This position is on0site at our Dallas, TX facility.

Position Summary: Provides for the overall direction and coordination of activities in safety, production, materials, engineering, scheduling, process improvement, capital investment, distribution, maintenance, regulatory, and training activities in accordance with the policies, principles, and procedures of the company. This position is responsible for all operations at the Dallas, TX Air Vent facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

- Direct responsibility for developing and executing the annual business plan for the facility. Key financial responsibilities are sales execution, cost attainment, net margin, and working capital.

- Lead team in achieving KPI targets for the operation: TRIR, Inventory, Fulfillment, Freight Efficiency, Labor Productivity.

- Plan, implement, and supervise the 80/20 philosophy by working in all areas of the process including PLS, CLS, Zero UP, In-Lining and MRD.

- Lead through production cadence and continuous improvement methodologies. Responsible for establishing and leading daily walks (Gemba), plant production meetings, financial reviews, continuous improvement reviews (A3), and capital/strategic planning for the facility.

- Engages and leads SIOP process, providing insight to the Supply Chain team and ensuring that the operation has the proper number of raw materials and buy-out products to fulfill customer demand.

- Plan, implement, and manage programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries and maintain compliance with governing bodies in safety and environmental regulations.

- Develop and lead maintenance and reliability strategy for the operation.

- Drive CMMS and TPM principles.

- Execute division freight strategy. Optimize LTL, 3rd party, and internal freight, ensuring on-time delivery at the lowest cost.

- Acts as a change agent, identifies, and promotes continuous improvement opportunities utilizing data analysis, LSS methodologies, A3s, VSMs, 5S concepts, empowers employees, drives engagement, ownership of processes and tasks & collaboration among team members.

- First line responsibility for ensuring that the facility is operated and maintained in compliance with federal, state, and local authorities.

- Establish and develop strong, positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organization. Develop and work plans to continually improve engagement, culture and retention.

- Knowledge and experience with regulatory agencies like, OSHA, EPA, DOT, ANSI and local agencies.

- Other job duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

- Degree: Bachelor’s degree

- Major: Engineering or Business (Operations or Supply Chain)

- Years of Experience in Manufacturing: 5+ Years - Years of Experience in Warehousing & Distribution: 2+ Years

Desired Qualifications:

- Lean / Six Sigma Certification

- Experience with SAP ERP systems

Supervisory Responsibilities:

- Oversee the day-to-day workflow of operational staff.

- Follow timekeeping requirements for operational staff.

- Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.

- Manages disciplinary action process of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Core Competencies:

- Ability to foster trusting relationships, teamwork, and cross collaboration.

- Effective verbal and written communication skills.

- Excellent analytical and critical thinking skills.

- Ability to hold others accountable through effective leadership.

- Demonstrates personal accountability for results.

Organizational Competencies: Continuous Improvement, Continuous Learning, Agility, Active Listening and Understanding, Inclusive Decision Making, Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Steadfast Ethics, and Integrity, Creative Problem Solving, Broad Perspective

Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

- Proficient with SAP or an equivalent ERP system

Travel Requirements: Less than 10% and as needed.

Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer or standing and walking on the manufacturing floor.

Work Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to manufacturing equipment and machinery, forklifts, and pallets. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme hot and cold weather conditions. Personal protective equipment is required in all areas of the production plant. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Disclaimer

The information in this description indicates the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship, now or in the future.

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