Plant Manager

Job Title: Plant Manager

Location: Houston, TX

Duration: Full Time, Permanent (Onsite)

Job Description:

Key Responsibilities

Safety & Environmental Health (EHS)

• Champion the plant's safety culture and ensure strict adherence to all EHS policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Leverage EHS resources proactively to promote a safe, engaged, and compliant work environment.
• Conduct or oversee regular safety inspections, incident investigations, and corrective action follow-up.
• Ensure all employees are trained on applicable safety standards and equipped to work safely.

Production & Operational Excellence

• Drive continuous improvement across all production areas to maximize efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Establish clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for Supervisors and hold them accountable for meeting or exceeding targets.
• Provide hands-on coaching and performance support to Supervisors to promote professional growth and operational consistency.
• Monitor and evaluate daily production performance and proactively address inefficiencies or bottlenecks.

Inventory Management

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness of all inventory management processes, including:
• Utilizing Material Movement Sheets for every material transfer.
• Ensuring all material movements are entered into FUUZ in a timely and accurate manner.
• Conducting regular spot inventory checks to validate accuracy and identify discrepancies.
• Ensuring blends are completed correctly and in accordance with Blend Sheets.
• Maintaining daily visibility and documentation of material at offsite processors.

Workplace Culture & Collaboration

• Foster a work environment centered on safety, positivity, and teamwork at all levels of the organization.
• Promote accountability and uphold our values and desired culture consistently across all departments.
• Collaborate effectively with Executive Leadership, providing timely insights, operational updates, and solutions.
• Serve as a visible, accessible, and respected leader on the shop floor every day.

Communication & Reporting

• Provide accurate and timely reporting on Sales Order (SO) status, available inventory levels, and equipment operational status.
• Communicate personnel or workforce challenges leadership promptly and with recommended actions.
• Maintain clear documentation practices and ensure records are complete, accurate, and accessible.

Succession Planning

• Actively develop and implement succession plans for all key positions to ensure long-term business continuity and organizational readiness.
• Identify high-potential employees and provide structured development opportunities in alignment with the company's growth objectives.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred; equivalent work experience will be considered.
• Minimum of 5 to 7 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing or industrial operations leadership role.
• Must have comprehensive knowledge on metal processing (shredding, baling, torching, etc.)
• Strong understanding of Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) principles and regulatory compliance requirements.
• Experience with inventory management systems; FUUZ ERP experience is a plus.
• Demonstrated success in developing high-performing teams, implementing KPIs, and driving measurable operational improvements.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work a standard schedule with flexibility to address production issues off-hours or on weekends as needed.
• Physical ability to work on the shop floor, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting.

If it is interests you, please reply to me with your updated resume and the pre-screening questions below:

• Please tell us more about your recent and total experience related to this position.
• Reason for looking for a job change?
• How soon can you start? Notice period?
• Current base & Expected base?

Best Regards!

Jyoti Teradal

Associate Manager

jyoti.t@brightpathassociates.com