Plant Manager in Greenville, South Carolina at Human Technologies, Inc

• Competitive base salary of $135,000–$150,000 annually

• Potential consideration for a higher-level leadership position based on experience

• Performance-based bonus potential, subject to approval

• Opportunity to lead and develop a growing manufacturing operation

• Direct collaboration with executive leadership

• Significant autonomy to implement operational improvements

• Long-term career growth and leadership development opportunities

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on operational performance and company success

• Lead daily manufacturing operations across metal fabrication, welding, powder coating, assembly, maintenance, tooling, and shipping and receiving.

• Oversee production performance, staffing, scheduling, equipment availability, and operational efficiency across multiple shifts.

• Drive Lean manufacturing initiatives, continuous improvement projects, and operational excellence throughout the facility.

• Identify production bottlenecks, eliminate waste, reduce scrap and rework, and improve manufacturing throughput.

• Spend at least 50% of your time on the production floor, engaging with employees, coaching supervisors, and ensuring operational standards are followed.

• Establish and improve production processes, standard operating procedures, performance metrics, and accountability systems.

• Lead, mentor, and develop production supervisors and department leaders to build a high-performing, accountable team.

• Oversee maintenance and tooling activities, ensuring equipment reliability, preventive maintenance compliance, and production readiness.

• Improve material flow, inventory accuracy, shipping efficiency, and on-time delivery performance.

• Develop and monitor key performance indicators related to safety, quality, delivery, cost, labor productivity, and equipment effectiveness.

• Partner with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and executive leadership to resolve operational challenges and improve overall plant performance.

• Support workforce expansion, production capacity planning, equipment installations, and capital improvement projects.

• Manage operating budgets, control manufacturing costs, and implement measurable cost-saving initiatives.

• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and company safety standards.

• 7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.

• At least 5 years of experience overseeing multiple manufacturing departments, shifts, and operational leaders.

• Strong experience in metal fabrication, steel manufacturing, or heavy industrial manufacturing.

• Experience with welding, fabrication, assembly, material handling, and related manufacturing processes.

• Proven experience leading Lean manufacturing initiatives and implementing measurable operational improvements.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification or equivalent Lean manufacturing certification.

• Experience in high-mix, low-volume, engineered-to-order, or custom manufacturing environments.

• Demonstrated ability to develop supervisors, build accountability, and improve employee performance.

• Strong knowledge of production planning, equipment maintenance, tooling, inventory management, and shipping operations.

• Experience managing operational budgets, productivity metrics, and manufacturing KPIs.

• Working knowledge of ERP systems and production reporting.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional leadership skills.

• Willingness to maintain a highly visible, hands-on presence on the production floor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or a related field.

• Experience with roll forming, powder coating, structural steel fabrication, or industrial equipment manufacturing.

• Experience leading manufacturing operations through facility consolidations, expansion projects, or operational transformations.

• Background in Tier 2/Tier 3 automotive suppliers, industrial fabrication, or engineered manufacturing environments.

• Experience implementing preventive maintenance programs, improving equipment uptime, and leading capital projects.

We're looking for a Plant Manager who leads by example, takes ownership of challenges, and believes the best improvements happen through collaboration with the people doing the work.

The right person will be confident, approachable, energetic, and comfortable making decisions. You should enjoy developing leaders, building processes, and creating accountability while maintaining a strong presence on the manufacturing floor.

If you have a passion for Lean manufacturing, hands-on leadership, and building successful manufacturing operations, we encourage you to apply today!

HTI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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