Plant Manager

Schedule: 1st Shift (7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, Monday-Friday)

Compensation: $80,000-$120,000 Base Salary + Up to $10,000 Annual BonusA precision manufacturer serving the aerospace, defense, and commercial markets, is seeking a Plant Manager to lead daily manufacturing operations, production planning, materials management, inventory control, purchasing activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for ensuring operational excellence, on-time delivery, workforce performance, and efficient utilization of materials and resources throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities: Lead all daily plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, delivery, and productivity Own and maintain the Master Production Schedule to support customer demand and production objectives Oversee material planning and proactively manage shortages to minimize production disruptions Direct purchasing, supplier relationships, RFQs, inventory management, and receiving activities Partner with production, engineering, quality, and warehouse teams to drive operational performance Monitor inventory levels, lead times, capacity, and on-time delivery metrics Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs Track vendor performance and ensure materials are available to meet production requirements Support forecasting, capacity planning, and SIOP activities Lead and develop plant personnel while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement

Qualifications: Plant management, operations management, or manufacturing leadership experience Strong background in production planning, scheduling, materials management, purchasing, and inventory control Experience working within a manufacturing environment Strong ERP/MRP system knowledge Proven track record of improving operational performance, on-time delivery, and inventory management Ability to read engineering drawings and material specifications Strong leadership, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills Self-motivated leader capable of thriving in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

What We Offer: $80,000-$120,000 base salary Up to $10,000 annual performance bonus First-shift schedule with weekends off Opportunity to lead operations for a stable and growing precision manufacturer serving aerospace, defense, and commercial customers Interested candidates are encouraged to apply today.