Plant Manager

Price Industries, Inc., is on the search for an experienced Plant Manager for our growing manufacturing facility located in Casa Grande, AZ. You will be a model of leadership, demonstrate managerial brilliance, and represent strong integrity. In addition to, driving continuous improvement and optimization of all processes, the ideal candidate for this position will oversee the entire plant operations and will be responsible for the development and execution of strategy that delivers the operational efficiency necessary to maintain high-quality standards, maximize stewardship, enhance safety measures, generates outstanding customer satisfaction.
 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and direct the entire plant operation

• Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to meet or exceed production and customer's expectations

• Increase production, asset capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards

• Responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping

• Allocate resources to efficiently optimize facility utilization

• Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction, understanding and focus to the team members

• Monitor operations, identify problems and implement corrective actions as necessary

• Collect and analyze data to determine areas of waste and/or overtime

• Maintain a commitment to plant safety policies and procedures

• Develop and utilize systems and processes that track and optimize productivity standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure an effective return on assets

• Address employee issues or grievances as needed, and administer the plant’s collective bargaining agreement

• Stay abreast of the latest production management best practices and concept
   

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering; Manufacturing or Industrial preferred

• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing operation; plant or operations manager

• 8+ years of solid managerial experience

• Proven knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources)

• Familiarity with industry’s standard equipment and technical expertise

• Knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, inventory and stewardship

• Computer literacy

• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example

• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills

• Demonstrated and verifiable accomplishments pertinent to the position
   

Experience/Skills

• Exceptional leadership skills with a sense of urgency and a strong aptitude

• Interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and motivate employees to meet goals

• Ability to develop and maintain a strong team environment where customer focus is paramount

• Problem solving skills with the ability to quickly ascertain a problem and be decisive in solving it

• A routine of visibility and friendliness on the manufacturing floor

• Organizational skills as demonstrated through success in strategic thinking, team building, lean manufacturing, coaching/mentoring, material logistics and inventory management

• Experience in a job shop or manufacturing environment that must expand, contract or shift focus to cover month to month requirements

• The ability to effectively manage time regarding production deadlines, shipping dates, etc.

We are the leading provider of non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future.
 

After 75 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service, and social responsibility. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.
 

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
 

THIRD PARTY RECRUITING AGENCIES

Please be advised that Price Industries is NOT currently engaging third-party recruiting services. Any resumes submitted without a signed contract dated on or after January 2025 AND specifically engaged for a specific search from Price Industries' Human Resources department will be considered the property of Price Industries, with no fee obligation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter.