Plant Manager

Job Title: Plant Manager
Pay Rate: $65.00.00-85.00 per hour
Location: Long Island, NY 11530
Area Code: 516, 631
Shift: 1st Shift
Schedule: Full-time, M-F
Employment Type: Contract/Temp to Hire (intent is for our client to hire direct within 6 months)

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Position Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead manufacturing operations for a precision machining facility with approximately 70 employees. This contract-to-hire opportunity is responsible for overseeing CNC machining, grinding, production scheduling, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement efforts to ensure operational excellence, on-time delivery, and profitability.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on manufacturing leader with a strong background in precision machining and proven success driving performance, productivity, and team development in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:
*Lead daily manufacturing operations, including CNC turning, milling, grinding, inspection, and secondary processes.
*Drive improvements in on-time delivery, productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
*Manage production planning, scheduling, capacity, and resource utilization to meet customer requirements.
*Monitor and improve key performance metrics, including labor efficiency, machine utilization, scrap, rework, and throughput.
*Partner with quality, engineering, and supply chain teams to support production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.
*Support compliance with applicable quality standards and regulatory requirements.
*Manage manufacturing costs, including labor, overtime, tooling, and consumables.
*Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production personnel while fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications:
*Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or a related field preferred.
*10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
*5+ years managing CNC machining operations within a precision manufacturing environment.
*Strong knowledge of CNC turning, milling, grinding, production scheduling, Lean Manufacturing, ERP/MRP systems, and manufacturing cost control.
*Proven experience leading teams and driving operational improvements.
*Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
*Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environments is preferred.
* Due to the nature of the work US Citizenship is required.

Performance Objectives:
*Improve on-time delivery and customer satisfaction.
*Reduce manufacturing lead times.
*Increase labor and machine efficiencies.
*Reduce scrap and rework costs.
*Support profitable growth and operational scalability.

Direct Reports May Include:
*Production Supervisors
*Production Managers
*Planning/Scheduling Personnel
*Maintenance Manager
*Shipping & Receiving Manager

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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