Plant Manager

Description

PTC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of welded and cold-drawn mechanical steel tubing and tubular shapes, plated bar and tubing, and fabricated parts and precision components. 

We at PTC value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following:  

• FREE Healthcare 

• HSA option 

• Dental 

• Vision

• Life Insurance 

• Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance 

• Long Term Disability 

• Cancer & Critical accident coverage 

• 401K plan with company match 

• Referral Bonus  

• Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC employees  

• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility 

Job Summary:   

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading and managing all aspects of plant operations to ensure safety, quality, efficiency, and profitability. This role oversees production processes, compliance, staffing, and continuous improvement initiatives to meet organizational and customer requirements. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:   

Safety & Compliance 

• Ensure all plant operations adhere to safety standards and regulatory requirements. 

• Maintain compliance with API, ASTM, OCTG, and customer specifications. 

Operational Excellence 

• Drive production efficiency while maintaining high-quality standards. 

• Oversee all production procedures and implement best practices for continuous improvement. 

• Monitor and control operational costs to achieve profitability targets. 

Financial & Inventory Management 

• Review and analyze plant performance and accounting functions. 

• Maintain accurate inventory levels and ensure timely shipments to customers. 

Leadership & Workforce Development 

• Evaluate and maintain appropriate staffing levels based on production needs. 

• Ensure all employees receive proper training for their roles. 

• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence. 

Other Responsibilities 

• ERP systems including Oracle 

• Perform additional tasks and projects as assigned. 

Qualifications

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:   

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred). 

Experience:  

Minimum 7–10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. 

Certifications:  

Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar certifications preferred. 

Technical Knowledge:  

Familiarity with API and ASTM standards for tubular goods; strong understanding of production processes and quality systems. 

Strong understanding of OCTG processes (heat treatment, threading, finishing); Experience with steel tubing manufacturing products. 

Number of Direct Reports:  ​10-20​  

Job Titles of Direct Reports:  ​Operations Manager and Production Managers/Supervisors​ 

Skills and Abilities:   

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• Language Skills:  Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. 

• Mathematical Skills:  Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using while numbers, common fractions and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.   Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

• Reasoning Ability:  Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. 

• Other Skills and Abilities:  Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, ERP system, etc. 

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.  

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and industry standards.  

• Ability to manage budgets and optimize operational costs.  

• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities. 

The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed. 

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations:   

None 

Work Environment:   

​​The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

​The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.​ 

Physical Demands:  

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and/ or walk, and/ or use arms and hands to load and unload material for extended period of time. Must be able to safely lift and load 50lbs. The employee must also be able to work outside in a variety of conditions. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours.