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Plant Manager na Steel Warehouse of Alabama LLC

Steel Warehouse of Alabama LLC · Calvert, Estados Unidos Da América · Onsite

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Description

  

Job Overview

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations in a steel manufacturing facility with a focus on pickling and slitting processes. This role plays a key part in optimizing production efficiency, maintaining safety and compliance standards, managing resources, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, operational expertise, and an in-depth understanding of steel processing and pickling line operations.


  

Key Responsibilities

  1. Team Leadership:
    Supervise and develop production and operations staff, operators, and maintenance personnel. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  2. Production &  Process Optimization:
    Manage and improve operations to maximize throughput and product quality.  Identify bottlenecks, implement process improvements, and reduce downtime.
  3. Resource Management:
    Allocate labor, materials, and equipment to meet production goals efficiently. Monitor maintenance schedules and ensure equipment reliability.
  4. Quality Assurance:
    Oversee quality control processes to ensure that steel coils meet required specifications and customer standards. Investigate and resolve quality issues promptly.
  5. Inventory & Supply Chain Coordination:
    Collaborate with purchasing, logistics, and warehouse teams to ensure timely receipt of raw materials and delivery of finished products.  Optimize inventory levels and minimize material waste.
  6. Compliance & Safety:
    Ensure operations adhere to OSHA regulations, environmental standards, and internal safety protocols. Lead incident investigations and implement corrective actions as needed.
  7. Data Monitoring & Reporting:
    Track KPIs including throughput, yield, downtime, scrap rate, and safety metrics. Provide regular performance reports and actionable insights to senior leadership.
  8. Vendor & Contractor Management:
    Manage external vendors, contractors, and service providers for equipment maintenance, chemicals, and outsourced services. Ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.
  9. Project Management:
    Lead or assist in plant improvement projects, including equipment upgrades, process automation, and layout changes. Ensure on-time and within-budget execution.
  10. Risk Management:
    Identify operational risks related to production, safety, and environmental compliance. Develop and implement mitigation and contingency plans 

  

Personal Attributes:

  • High attention to detail and commitment to product quality.
  • Results-driven with strong initiative and decision-making ability.
  • Safety-first mindset with a proactive approach to risk mitigation.
  • Adaptable, resilient, and able to lead through change and growth.
  • Integrity and a commitment to ethical leadership and team development.

  

Requirements

 
Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations Management or related field preferred.  Relevant work experience in place of degree considered.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in steel manufacturing operations, preferably in a facility with pickling lines.
  • Strong understanding of steel processing equipment, acid pickling, and coil handling.
  • Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing or plant environment.
  • Equipment maintenance background a plus
  • Familiarity with ISO 9001, OSHA, and environmental compliance requirements.
  • Proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite; experience with manufacturing data systems preferred.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
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