Plant Manager - American Bath Group : Job Details

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Plant Manager to lead operations at a leading bathware manufacturer.

The Plant Manager role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of our plant operations—including production, quality, safety, maintenance, and workforce management—while driving a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

This role will partner closely with senior leadership to deliver on business goals, achieve world-class performance standards, and ensure our facility operates with the highest levels of efficiency, quality, and safety. This is a critical leadership position with direct impact on customer satisfaction, profitability, and long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production

• Direct and oversee daily manufacturing operations, ensuring production goals are met on time, within budget, and to quality standards.
• Manage scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation to maximize labor, machinery, and material efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to improve throughput and reduce cycle times.

Workforce Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and frontline teams.
• Promote a culture of accountability, high performance, and employee engagement.
• Ensure workforce planning, staffing, and training align with production demand.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with product quality standards, industry regulations, and certifications.
• Partner with QA to reduce defect rates and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions.

Health, Safety & Environment

• Enforce strict adherence to OSHA, EPA, and company safety standards.
• Oversee safety training, audits, and corrective actions.
• Maintain compliance with environmental regulations (emissions, waste, chemical handling).

Equipment & Maintenance

• Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ensure minimal unplanned downtime through effective maintenance planning.
• Evaluate and approve capital expenditures for new equipment and upgrades.

Financial & Cost Management

• Develop and manage the plant's operating budget.
• Monitor and control cost drivers in labor, materials, utilities, and maintenance.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives while sustaining quality.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Engineering, Supply Chain, and Customer Service to align operations with business needs.
• Support new product introductions, mold/tooling changes, and process improvements.
• Communicate operational performance, challenges, and solutions to senior leadership.

Core Competencies

• Leadership & Influence – Inspires and drives high performance at all levels.
• Operational Excellence – Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean practices, and process optimization.
• Decision-Making & Problem Solving – Data-driven approach to identifying and resolving issues quickly.
• Technical Aptitude – Understanding of molding, finishing, curing, and assembly processes.
• Quality Focus – Strong commitment to product consistency, precision, and customer satisfaction.
• Safety Orientation – Proactive in creating and sustaining a safe workplace.
• Financial Acumen – Skilled in budgeting, cost control, and capital investment planning.
• Adaptability – Ability to manage change and respond to evolving business demands.
• Communication & Collaboration – Clear, consistent communicator across teams and leadership levels.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Proven track record in managing large teams in a fast-paced production environment.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong working knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and quality standards relevant to manufacturing.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Extensive knowledge of all Microsoft Office Applications.
• Ability to gather data, compile information and prepare reports using Microsoft Office.
• Experience managing in a Union Environment.
• Excellent analytical skills/abilities.
• Maintenance leadership experience with TPM, PLC, and SMED a plus.

Work Environment: Onsite

Benefits: 401k, Health Insurance (dental, vision, medical)

Travel Required: Yes

Time Allocation: 10% travel, 90% onsite

Workforce Size: 50

Company Overview

The American Bath Group is a manufacturing, e-commerce, assembly, and distribution business specializing in bathing products. With seventeen divisions spread across 37 facilities in our North American footprint, our international organization is home to well-known companies in the bathing industry such as Bootz, Vintage and Mr. Steam. Our 5000-employee workforce consists of a diverse range of backgrounds and skills working hard every day to build long-lasting reliable products that make a positive impact on people's lives. From improving the quality of life for senior citizens, enhancing North America's health and wellness, to giving back to our communities, the American Bath Group makes a true difference in the everyday lives of North Americans.

American Bath Group provides a comprehensive offering of bathware products, including showers, tub showers, bathtubs, shower bases, shower doors, bath and shower wall panels, jetted whirlpools and spas, vanities, steam units, kitchen and utility sinks through a broad portfolio of recognized brands. American Bath Group sells products through commercial, wholesale, e-commerce, and retail channels to a diverse base of builders, plumbers, general contractors, and individual end-users.

The American Bath Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse workplace, free from discrimination and harassment, where all employees are treated with respect and dignity. We embrace and celebrate the unique qualities, perspectives, and backgrounds of our employees, customers, and partners.