Plant Manager

Company Overview

Equipto Manufacturing designs and manufactures metal storage, shelving, and material handling solutions for industrial and commercial customers. The company is known for high-quality fabrication, operational discipline, and customer-focused execution.

Position Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading daily manufacturing operations at Equipto’s production facility, with a strong focus on execution, production scheduling, and on-time delivery (OTD).

This role is hands-on and floor-focused, ensuring efficient production across fabrication and welding processes while developing a high-performing team. The Plant Manager will drive operational performance across safety, quality, and delivery, while continuously improving throughput, efficiency, and workflow.

This position plays a critical role in achieving operational targets and supporting overall business performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all plant floor operations including production, fabrication, welding, and maintenance 
• Drive on-time delivery (OTD) through effective production scheduling, prioritization, and execution 
• Own and improve daily and weekly production schedules to align with demand and capacity 
• Maintain a strong presence on the shop floor, troubleshooting issues and ensuring smooth workflow across departments 
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams to drive accountability and performance 
• Monitor and improve key metrics including OTD, productivity, scrap, and downtime 
• Ensure efficient utilization of equipment and labor across all fabrication processes 
• Partner with engineering and supply chain to resolve production constraints and improve manufacturability 
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on throughput, lead time reduction, and operational efficiency 
• Ensure adherence to safety standards and foster a strong safety culture 

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Plant Manager, Production Manager, or Operations Leadership role in manufacturing 
• Strong hands-on experience in sheet metal fabrication and light gauge manufacturing 
• Deep understanding of production workflows and machine capabilities, including: 
  • Flat laser 
  • Tube laser 
  • Punch press 
  • Brake press 
  • Welding operations 
• Demonstrated success in improving production scheduling and on-time delivery performance 
• Experience working in a fast-paced, production-driven environment with a strong floor presence 
• ERP system experience required; Epicor experience preferred 
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to build, develop, and hold teams accountable 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in high-mix, low-to-medium volume manufacturing 
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience 
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in a production environment 

What Success Looks Like

• Consistent achievement of on-time delivery targets 
• Improved production flow and reduced bottlenecks 
• High equipment uptime and efficient scheduling across fabrication processes 
• Engaged, accountable production team with strong floor leadership 
• Measurable gains in productivity and operational efficiency 

Equipto Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state, or local laws.