Plant Manager

Company Description: ACS Manufacturing is a state-of-the-art design build manufacturer of acoustical equipment enclosures, fuel tanks, turbine systems and skids. We are one of the largest companies in the industry with over 750,000 square feet of manufacturing space across 3 states: Texas, South Carolina and Utah.

Job Summary: The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, direction, and performance of ACS Manufacturing’s Clearfield, Utah facility. This role owns the full plant P&L and is accountable for safety, quality, on-time delivery, operational efficiency, and a culture of continuous improvement across a workforce of 200+ employees engaged in industrial and heavy equipment manufacturing.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, people-first leader with deep manufacturing operations experience who can simultaneously drive lean transformation, uphold an unwavering commitment to safety and regulatory compliance, and build the high-performing team needed to meet ACS’s growth objectives.

Job Responsibilities/Duties:

• Oversee daily operations across all plant departments, ensuring alignment with production schedules, quality standards, and safety protocols
• Analyze production orders and shipping schedules to determine material, labor, and equipment needs. Allocate resources effectively to meet deadlines and optimize throughput
• Monitor product quality through inspections and testing. Address and resolve production discrepancies, non-conformities, and process inefficiencies
• Provide leadership, coaching, and performance management to department supervisors. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Enforce company safety policies and ensure compliance with OSHA, local, state, and federal regulations. Promote a proactive safety culture through training and risk mitigation.
• Identify and implement lean manufacturing practices, workflow enhancements, and cost-saving initiatives to improve productivity and reduce waste
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure timely availability of materials and supplies. Monitor inventory levels and minimize downtime
• Collaborate with vendors, engineering, and quality teams to resolve issues, streamline processes, and support new product introductions
• Maintain accurate records of production metrics, work orders, and operational performance. Provide regular updates to senior leadership
• Address employee concerns, mediate conflicts, and support a positive work environment. Lead by example in ethical conduct and professional behavior
• Will perform duties in a moral and ethical manner
• Responsible for any other tasks that may arise

Supervisory Responsibility

• Provides leadership and strategic direction for entire Utah facility across various departments.
• Directly manages department managers and other departmental staff, ensuring alignment with company objectives and quality standards.
• Responsible for workforce planning, recruitment, and onboarding of plant personnel.
• Oversees performance management processes, including goal setting, coaching, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Promotes a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth within the department.

Minimum Requirements/Experience:

• 7+ years of progressive manufacturing operations experience, with at least 4 years in a senior plant leadership role (Plant Manager, Operations Manager, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience in industrial or heavy equipment manufacturing (fabrication, machining, welding, assembly, electrical or similar processes).
• Proven track record leading lean / continuous improvement transformations at a site level with measurable results.
• Strong safety leadership record; working knowledge of OSHA regulations, EHS management systems, and incident investigation methodologies.
• Experience owning a facility P&L and managing multi-million-dollar operating budgets.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams of 150+ employees across multiple functional departments.
• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills (A3, 8D, root-cause analysis).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to influence across all organizational levels.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with fabricated enclosures, acoustic products, industrial equipment, or generation packaging
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or IATF 16949 quality management systems.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and MES platforms.
• Experience in a union or labor-agreement manufacturing environment.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Business, or related field.