Plant Manager

Be part of something bigger!

As the world and the way people live is changing, at Bekaert we believe it’s our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. Our ambition is to be the leading partner for shaping the way we live and move. And to always do this the Bekaert Way – safe, smart, and sustainable.

With a heritage of more than 140 years, we continue to strengthen our core competencies that have made Bekaert a global market and technology leader in material science of steel wire transformation and coating technologies. Today, we also apply our expertise beyond steel to create new solutions with innovative materials and services for markets including new mobility, low-carbon construction, and green energy.

As a dynamic and growing company with over 27,000 employees worldwide, 75 nationalities, a retention rate above 90% and almost € 7 billion in combined revenue in 2022, we're looking for someone like you to join our team!

Why join us?

• Personal Growth – Let us help you unlock your full potential
• Pioneering – Join us to challenge the impossible
• Creativity - Discover possibilities beyond steel
• Purpose – Drive progress for our planet and people
• Diversity – Together, we create change

About the role

Your Impact as Plant Manager

To organize, direct, and control manufacturing operations of the Orrville plant to achieve agreed upon targets and results within approved budgets. Implement defined Steel Wire Solutions (SWS) strategies and direct all activities at the facility according to Bekaert Corporate standards and policies. Establish the necessary work environment, processes, practices, and staffing to support achievement of established targets.

Your Essential Job Functions

• Establish and maintain control procedures that guarantee the achievement of safety and environmental standards that conform to legal requirements and Bekaert Corporate policy.
• Direct and control the manufacturing of steel wire products and solutions allocated to the Orrville plant by the SWS Commercial team, ensuring their quality and cost standards. Advise the Commercial team about plant capacity.
• Direct and control all capital project activities while maintaining close coordination with BMS and the appropriate Bekaert support groups in Belgium (Bekaert Engineering).
• Prepare strategic plans for the plant, annual operating plans and annual budgets that are integrated with the worldwide SWS plans, objectives, and goals.
• Strategically develop capital project plans for the plant that provide for consistent improvement in manufacturing capabilities to meet Bekaert Corporation’s investment objectives. Implement approved plans.
• Ensure the plant’s buildings and equipment are properly maintained to meet all legal requirements and Bekaert Corporate standards.
• Recruit, train, engage and motivate the work force required to achieve the plant’s operating targets, fostering a high productivity and high-quality work environment.
• Establish and maintain control procedures in the plant which ensure established quality targets are consistently attained. Implement plans that support continual quality improvements and breakthrough in-process improvements and capabilities.
• Plan and manage inventory levels and the flow of materials in the plant to secure the achievement of operating targets at minimum inventory costs.
• Establish and maintain financial control procedures that allow for constant monitoring and reporting of operating costs while meeting all legal and Bekaert Corporate requirements regarding financial matters at the plant.
• Develop and maintain effective sales servicing relationships between the plant and commercial to ensure a proper response to all customer requirements and complaints.
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives in Orrville to comply with Bekaert standards and targets.
• Keep abreast of all legal requirements of the plant.

About You

Essential skills & competencies

• BA/BS degree Engineering (Metalurgic, Mechanical, Chemistry or related)
• Minimum of 10 years proven plant and/or operations management experience in a related industry (heavy manufacturing and/or metal transformation preferred)
• Strong interpersonal skills, continuously reaching out to a broad range of functions and levels in the organization. Stakekholeder management capabilities
• Comfortable in managing ambiguity and complexity. Resilient
• Continuously learning and exploring alternative options, routes and sources to resolve problems, avoids jumping to conclusions
• High level of initiative and ability to work independent, able to determine own direction

Will you dare to take the next step?

Join us to unlock your full potential AND have a true impact in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

We're looking for individuals who are not afraid to take risks and explore new ideas. If you are passionate about personal growth and bringing your authentic self to work, we want you on our team!

At Bekaert, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn more about us and our exciting career opportunities, visit Bekaert Careers