Plant Manager

Decatur Diamond is a privately held, US manufacturer of diamond-based, precision cutting tools

is seeking a qualified Plant Manager to manage and lead plant operations with overall

responsibilities for production, quality and other production related activities.

Decatur Diamond has a broad offering of diamond-based tools in the industry. Our products include, but are not limited to the Ultra Mill milling cutter and associated diamond-based cartridges and inserts, fixed-pocket brazed tools, CVD coated solid carbide rounds and inserts, as well as very high precision, diamond based-complex rounds, (e.g., automotive reamers, valve seat and guide tools, etc.)

The Plant Manager will be responsible for:

• Direction and management of plant operations for production, quality and shipping and receiving.
• Coordinate plant activities through the planning with departmental managers to insure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner.
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
• Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace, or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary.
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives.
• Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
• Provides direction, development and leadership to production supervisors.
• Management of machinery, production & processes, workflow, scheduling, quality control, materials and supplies inventory, workplace organization & maintenance, and safety protocols.
• Workforce management of the production staff.
• Implementing best practices across all facets of the operation.
• Establishing standards for work processes.

• Be responsible for production output, product quality, and on time delivery

• Working closely with ownership.

• Direct oversight and supervision of all plant personnel.

Qualifications and Skills

• Have 10 years of experience in manufacturing and machining along with a genuine interest and aptitude in the field
• Desire to stay relevant in the most common technologies of machining and manufacturing
• Possesses a goal-orientated work ethic and drive to succeed while also being a self-starter and dedicated team player
• Exhibits effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in related field or five years plant/general management experience in a close tolerance manufacturing environment with responsibilities in machine operation.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supervising CNC machine operators, processes and equipment.