Plant Manager

Alliance Steel is a growing full-service steel processing company, diversifying into steel tubing production and manufacturing. We are seeking a Plant Manager for our Gary, IN, location to oversee our new tube-making equipment. The Plant Manager will be responsible for managing a greenfield tube operation's start-up and overseeing the daily operational activities. The position will also have responsibility in our manufacturing area.Start-up Responsibilities:

Oversee the installation of the direct form mill and establish SOPs based on manufacturer training.Assist in the creation of production protocols and train employees in best practices.Implement qualitative procedures so products can be tested and documented during production.Establish preventative maintenance procedures in accordance with equipment manufacturers' guidance.Create a critical parts list and consumable KanBan quantities to optimize mill uptime.Ongoing Duties:

Lead, manage, and report daily production and quality requirements. Assist operators and employees in troubleshooting as necessary. Coach and mentor team members on properly operating equipment, tooling, and quality requirements.Train and cross-train team members continuously to ensure skill levels are proficient and equalized within their respective positions.Perform safety training, audits, and daily coaching so our team is safe and accident-free.Manage a safe and efficient flow of all material produced so labor allocation and usage align with productivity goals.Lead daily housekeeping activities and allocate labor equally and appropriately to ensure continuous improvement towards a world-class appearance.Assist as needed and coordinate the repair and maintenance of equipment as required.Ensure consistent timeliness of loading and unloading to avoid delays in inbound material removal and outbound shipments.Set employee schedules, complete required production through the enterprise software, and review daily attendance punches for accuracy.Learn and lead improvement on required business management/production metrics as a requirement of the position.Ensure customer specifications are being met on all produced, inbound, and outgoing products.Work as a leader, team member, resource, and/or coach and maintain required Lean and Visual Factory areas, including 5S, KanBan, daily task boards, and shipping lanes.As directed by the Operations Manager, manage and oversee assigned personnel. Responsibilities include the training of employees and the planning, assigning, and directing of their work.Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must be able to follow verbal instructions and training.Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Described here are representative of those that must be met/encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.This position will report to the Vice President of Operations.Essential Education, Skills, and Experience:

High School Diploma and 5–10 years experience in tube manufacturing.Preferred Skills and Experience:

Healthcare BenefitsCompetitive WagesPTO DaysPaid HolidaysCompetitive 401KWe consistently improve our equipment and facilities while providing employees with an honest and helpful working environment.Alliance Steel is an equal-opportunity employer. We strive to create a workforce as diverse as the communities in which we work, live, and support. If you are bilingual, we encourage you to apply.

#J-18808-Ljbffr