Job Description

Who we are:

We are a woman-owned, full-service, boutique staffing, and talent management firm. You can trust that we understand changing jobs or careers is a big deal and we will personally represent you from start to finish throughout the interview process with our clients. We know our clients’ business, how to manage expectations, educate you on the market, and deliver results – and we hold ourselves accountable! Our clients are diverse in size and ownership and represent a wide range of industries including retail, real estate, manufacturing, professional services (AED), logistics/distribution, service, healthcare, consumer goods, and pharmaceuticals. We represent professionals from entry-level to executive suite.

You will find that we are a proactive, engaging, and reliable team who listens.

Who our client is:

An international manufacturer and technology leader with decades of experience providing innovative infrastructure solutions for customers in the energy, telecom, defense, transportation, and other industrial markets. Its solutions protect mission-critical applications and ensure the best possible system availability.

The company’s product portfolio includes lightning and surge protection technologies, structured cabling and connectivity solutions, power management systems, custom enclosures, cabinets, and wireless network concealments. Together we are looking for a Plant Manager to join their team full-time, at their Kearny, NJ location

Requirements:

• Directed strategic management of production, quality, shipping, receiving, inventory, and facility operations within a metal fabrication and assembly environment.
• Coordinated manufacturing activities in collaboration with European and U.S. Production Managers to ensure alignment and efficiency across regions
• Implemented lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency.
• Developed and maintained manufacturing reporting systems and performance analysis tools to support data-driven decision-making.
• Resolved operational, manufacturing, and maintenance issues to minimize costs and prevent production delays.
• Led coordination with non-U.S. facilities to establish standardized operational processes and achieve economies of scale.
• Introduced productivity and quality metrics to reduce waste, optimize costs, and improve overall operational efficiency; ensured OSHA compliance.
• Enhanced product quality by researching industry best practices and identifying opportunities for new skills, processes, and methods.

Qualifications:

• 10–15 years of progressive experience in operations, analytics, and management within a manufacturing environment, preferably in sheet metal fabrication.
• Familiar with international manufacturing standards, with hands-on experience using metal fabrication equipment.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; MBA desirable, with strong academic standing
• Proficient in ERP/MRP systems, with a preference for SAP.
• Hands-on experience with CNC machinery, welding, and powder coating
• Specific expertise in Amada press brakes, punch, and laser machines is a must.
• Proven track record in managing company operations, financial performance, and quality assurance.
• Experienced with ISO 9001, including process documentation and internal/external system audits.
• Strong computer skills and technical proficiency in manufacturing tools and systems.

Compensation : $200k - $215k based on experience.

Benefits:

• Growth and advancement opportunities.
• Paid Time Off.
• 10 company paid holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• A generous 401(k) employer contribution.

Perks: In this role, you will have the opportunity to grow in a company that truly cares about your best interests. Our client believes in the motto “Happy employees lead to happy customers, which leads to more growth.”

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