Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Manager – Precast Concrete Manufacturing

Location

Santa Clarita, CA area

Overview

A leading manufacturer of precast concrete products is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee all day-to-day operations of production facility. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong operational, technical, and managerial skills who can drive safety, quality, and productivity in a fast-paced environment. Ideally the manager will have experience in the dry utility market

Position Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for all aspects of plant performance, including production, quality, maintenance, safety, scheduling, and team development. The successful candidate will lead a diverse team to meet production goals, control costs, and ensure that products meet or exceed industry and customer standards.

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Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

· Oversee all daily plant operations to ensure manufacturing objectives are met safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

· Develop and execute production plans aligned with sales demand and delivery timelines.

· Manage equipment utilization, maintenance schedules, and facility improvements to maximize uptime.

· Monitor and improve key metrics such as throughput, scrap, yield, and on-time delivery.

Leadership & Team Development

· Hire, train, and manage production supervisors, maintenance personnel, and plant staff.

· Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.

· Conduct performance evaluations, set measurable goals, and develop career growth paths for team members.

· Promote cross-training and workforce flexibility.

Financial & Resource Management

· Manage plant budgets, including labor, materials, and capital expenditures.

· Analyze production costs and implement cost-reduction strategies.

· Track financial and operational performance metrics; prepare reports for senior leadership.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Coordinate with sales, engineering, logistics, and quality departments to meet customer and project requirements.

· Participate in product development and process improvement initiatives.

· Collaborate with supply chain teams to ensure material availability and vendor performance.

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Qualifications

Required

· 8+ years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in plant or production management.

· Strong background in precast concrete,

· Proven ability to lead teams and achieve production, safety, and quality targets.

· Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

· Proficient with ERP or MRP systems and data-driven decision making.

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