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Job Description

Welcome to ZINKPOWER. When you join our team, you become part of a passionate family dedicated to operating state-of-the-art hot-dip galvanizing plants worldwide.

We seek a highly experienced Plant Manager to lead and manage a facility in Stoughton, Wisconsin. This pivotal role carries full Profit/Loss (P/L) responsibility and reports directly to the company's executive team. Additional responsibilities will include day-to-day operations, production management, plant operations, sales, human resources, budgeting, plant improvements, and capital utilization.

Essential Functions

• Lead a safety-centric culture and monitor safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Oversee and direct appropriate action on all matters related to health and safety.
• Autonomously manage operations, guiding, coaching, and directing all key functional area managers and supervisors.
• Direct and coordinate organizational activities to obtain optimum efficiency and economy of operations.
• Develop and maintain customer relationships.
• Responsible for operating performance and manufacturing functions, including activities such as engineering, purchasing, KPI reporting, AR, AP, production planning, scheduling, quality, dispatching, receiving, materials handling, inventory control, shipping, and plant operations.
• Develop and implement sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets. Direct the Sales team in sales and marketing functions.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Ensure accurate financial reporting.
• Support the executive team with special projects or assignments as requested.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in galvanizing or a related field, with demonstrated increasing responsibilities and leadership
• Ability to understand, oversee, and direct the utilization of financial analysis and models in evaluating businesses, products, and markets
• Understanding of regulatory, societal, and economic drivers affecting the business
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical journals, contracts, financial reports, and legal documents
• Ability to respond effectively to inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or the business community
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present at all organizational levels
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Proven experience with lean manufacturing tools and methodologies, including continuous improvement and problem resolution
• Willingness and ability to travel as needed, including to other ZINKPOWER locations

Benefits

ZINKPOWER offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off

ZINKPOWER USA Inc. and its subsidiaries are committed to equal employment opportunity and do not discriminate based on protected statuses. We promote a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees can thrive.