Plant Manager

Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.​

SUMMARY

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of manufacturing operations. This role ensures production efficiency, quality control, safety compliance, and team development in alignment with company goals and strategic initiatives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· Lead plant operations to meet production targets, quality standards, and safety goals.

· Oversee the layout and optimization of equipment, workflow, and workforce utilization specific to concrete tile manufacturing.

· Develop and execute operational strategies to improve throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.

· Foster a culture of continuous improvement using lean manufacturing principles (e.g., Kaizen, Six Sigma).

· Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Product Development, and Supply Chain to ensure customer satisfaction and timely delivery.

· Manage plant budgets, including operating and capital expenditures, aligned with market demand and business forecasts.

· Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other relevant safety and environmental regulations.

· Promote a safe work environment and lead initiatives to achieve zero-injury performance.

· Train and develop supervisory and managerial talent within the plant.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS

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.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related technical field.

Experience

Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations, preferably in building materials or concrete products. Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies is highly desirable.

Skills

- Strong leadership and team-building capabilities.

- Proficiency in interpreting financial reports, P&L statements, and operational KPIs.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced production environment.

- Excellent organizational, communication, and decision-making skills.

- Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing software tools.

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.

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Vision requirements include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

·Must be able to work in a manufacturing environment with moderate noise levels and exposure to dust and heat.

$140,000 – $182,000 per year

Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.

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