WELLS: A CAREER WORTH BUILDING
Wells is one of the largest prefabricated building solution providers with locations across the central U.S., providing meaningful work in many different regions. We are a family-owned company that has celebrated 70 years of success.
At the end of the day, we are a team of creators. Our 1,300 employees across the U.S. play an important role as catalysts, constructors, and community members. They are committed to reducing risk, building confidence, and deliberately planning for partners' success - from vision through construction and beyond.
Every day, more architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and owners specify Wells precast building components for their construction needs and with this continued success, we are looking to hire a motivated self-starting Plant Manager to join our team. The right candidate must be a problem-solver, have strong communication skills, and also be willing and ready to learn.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Plant Manager directs and coordinates the operation of a precast manufacturing facility to meet the goals and objectives set forth by the Company.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, schedule, and direct ongoing production requirements including assignment of personnel, material, and equipment to provide efficient operations, meet quality standards, delivery schedules and budget requirements.
- Establish standards of performance, measure results, analyze workflow and troubleshoot problems.
- Responsible for all plant personnel issues including, but not limited to, hiring, training, and disciplining. Administer Company rules, regulations, and policies.
- Implement the Corporate safety program including, but not limited to, compliance with all OSHA and other governmental and company safety requirements. Ensure department participation in monthly safety meetings. Prepare accident investigation reports and monthly plant inspection reports.
- Manage business to ensure profitability targets, quality and safety standards and schedule commitments are met. Plan, create, and implement continual improvement programs which give the organization a competitive advantage.
- Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus to staff.
- Monitor operations and initiate corrective actions and ensure follow up is conducted.
- Collect and analyze operational data to identify areas of continual improvement. Develop systems and processes to track and optimize productivity, standards, metrics, and performance targets.
- Direct and coordinate activities of Production Lead, Quality Lead and Laborers to meet Company goals and objectives.
- Assist the Business Development Department with project scope reviews and estimation of plant related items. Review production schedules to ensure the Production & Quality Departments are aware of the scope of work & requirements on each project.
- Review monthly financial reports and discuss with VP of Operations any unusual or significant variances.
- Attend monthly business reviews to review updates on Plant goals and objectives.
- Participate in annual business planning activities.
EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 1 Three (3) years of experience in precast production processes, with production management required.
- Previous production management experience in a union environment preferred.
- General computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office.
- Legal capacity to drive a company vehicle required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Physically able to lift up to 75 lbs, occasionally.
- Physically able to push, pull, lift, bend, climb, kneel, twist, squat, crawl and use hands/forearms repetitively and frequently.
- Ability to move around for up to 12 hours per day.
- Ability to work from ladders, scaffolding, swing stages and man lifts at various heights frequently.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time
- Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment
- Visual acuity and ability to read small print
- Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others
- Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment
- Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Moderate to high risk of exposure to unusual elements.
- Moderate to high risk of safety precautions.
- Moderate to high exposure to production environment.
- Wet, hot, humid, and wintry conditions (weather related) (plant specific)
- Ability to work outside year-round (plant specific)
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S
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EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Wells values our employees and is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. We offer paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance, as well as flex spending for medical and daycare, a health savings account, and 401(k) plan with profit sharing. We'll also pay your premium for short- and long-term disability, and life insurance.*
*Please note that the benefits listed here are for non-union employees. Benefits for union employees are covered under separate collective bargaining agreements which can be obtained through their union business agent or their HR representative.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
