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Plant ManagerLafferty Equipment Manufacturing • North Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Lafferty Equipment Manufacturing • North Little Rock, Arkansas, USA
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Full-time

Description

The Plant Manager oversees all manufacturing production and warehousing operations within CFS Technologies MacArthur facility for the Knight product line. This role is responsible for ensuring safe efficient and high-quality production output while driving continuous improvement across processes people and equipment. The Plant Manager will lead cross-functional coordination operational planning resource allocation and performance management to meet organizational goals. As a key member of the operations leadership team this individual partners closely with the COO to execute strategic initiatives and operational excellence programs.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Execution

  • Oversee all day-to-day plant operations including production assembly maintenance and warehousing activities.
  • Ensure consistent achievement of safety quality delivery and cost goals.
  • Coordinate with the Planning team to plan and schedule plant capacity and workflow to meet customer demand and on-time delivery expectations.
  • Drive execution of plant KPIs and implement corrective actions when performance gaps arise.
  • Ensure compliance with all internal policies and regulatory requirements (e.g. OSHA EPA chemical handling standards).

People Management & Development

  • Directly manage the Production Manager and Warehouse Manager; provide coaching mentoring and performance evaluations.
  • Partner with HR Production and Warehouse leadership to recruit develop and retain high-quality talent.
  • Conduct regular leadership and team meetings to ensure alignment communication and operational clarity.
  • Safety Quality and Compliance

  • Champion a zero-incident safety culture and ensure robust safety programs training and audits.
  • Assist the Quality Manager and team with implementing and managing quality standards including process controls and inspection procedures.
  • Support ongoing regulatory compliance related to chemical storage dispensing and manufacturing processes.
  • Investigate and resolve safety or quality incidents implementing root-cause corrective actions.
  • Process Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

  • Identify lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity efficiency and waste reduction.
  • Utilize Lean Six Sigma 5S and other operational excellence tools to optimize plant performance.
  • Assess equipment needs and initiate capital improvement projects to support growth and operational reliability.
  • Supply Chain Inventory & Warehouse Oversight

  • Oversee warehouse and inventory control processes to ensure accuracy and material availability.
  • Collaborate with procurement supply chain and planning teams to address material gaps and optimize inventory levels.
  • Ensure proper receiving storage handling and shipping of components and finished goods.
  • Budgeting & Financial Performance

  • Develop and manage plant budgets including labor maintenance materials and capital expenditures.
  • Monitor and analyze financial performance identifying trends and implementing cost-saving initiatives.
  • Prepare operational reports and present updates challenges and improvement plans to the COO.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Work closely with Engineering R&D Quality Customer Service and Supply Chain to support product launches process changes and improvement projects.
  • Coordinate with Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to align production output with customer demand.
  • Qualifications

    Required

  • 5 years of progressive manufacturing experience including at least 3 years in a leadership or plant management role.
  • Experience overseeing production and warehouse operations within a mechanical electromechanical or chemical-related manufacturing environment.
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing best practices continuous improvement methodologies and safety regulations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams manage performance and build a positive results-oriented culture.
  • Excellent communication organization and strategic planning skills.
  • Proficiency in ERP / MRP systems and production planning tools.
  • Preferred

  • Bachelors degree in Engineering Operations Management Industrial Technology or related field; or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in chemical or fluid-handling equipment manufacturing.
  • Lean or Six Sigma certifications.
  • Proven success leading capital projects and scaling operations.
  • Experience working within and adhering to ISO standards.
  • The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

    Please note that all Talent Management activities including recruitment are managed exclusively by the Human Resources department. We kindly ask that you do not contact department leaders directly as all recruitment efforts are coordinated through HR. For any job or recruitment-related questions please contact .

    Salary Description

    $95000 - $115000

    Required Experience :

    Manager

    Key Skills

    Lean Manufacturing,Six Sigma,Expense Management,Continuous Improvement,Lean Six Sigma,Management Experience,Food Processing,Operations Management,Production Management,Budgeting,Plant Management,Manufacturing

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Yearly Salary Salary : 95000 - 115000

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