Assistant Plant Manager (Heavy Manufacturing)
$115,000–$140,000/year
Newark, OH area
Job ID: 29058
Our client is a leading global company founded nearly 75 years ago that continues to grow. They are well known for their production and recycling capabilities and have recently completed a multi‑million‑dollar expansion. The company offers long-term stability, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and more. They are currently seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to join their team. This is a first-shift position.
Responsibilities:
As the Assistant Plant Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Coaching, training, developing, and mentoring employees (engineers, supervisors, etc.)
- Leading and maintaining a safe, environmentally compliant workplace (OSHA and EPA)
- Overseeing capital projects
- Implementing and driving continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensuring and improving product quality
- Optimizing production processes
- Developing, tracking, and reporting KPIs
- Maintaining a positive work environment and setting departmental goals
- Covering plant operations in the absence of the Plant Manager
Qualifications:
To be considered for the Assistant Plant Manager position, you must have:
- A bachelor’s degree is preferred (Ideally engineering: Chemical, Metallurgical, Industrial, or Mechanical)
- A minimum of 7 years of production management experience in heavy manufacturing (steel, foundry, or chemical)
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Strong knowledge of EPA and OSHA regulations
Relocation assistance is available.
Key Skills:
Leadership | Safety | Operations Management
