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Valmont

Global infrastructure solutions provider for utilities

Assistant Plant Manager - Lighting and Transportation

Manufacturing & Production OperationsPosted on Nov 10
Full-timeBrenham, TX, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree with at least 7 years of relevant experience, an associate degree with at least 9 years of relevant experience, or at least 11 years of relevant manufacturing leadership experience is required.
  • At least 7 years of progressive manufacturing operations leadership experience is required.
  • Demonstrated success leading production operations in a large manufacturing environment is required.
  • Experience managing supervisors, managers, and hourly production teams is required.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence methodologies is required.
  • Experience in ERP/MRP manufacturing environments is required.
  • Understanding of production scheduling, workforce planning, capacity management, and operational metrics is required.
  • Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost performance is required.
  • The ability to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while managing multiple priorities is required.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Outlook, and IFS is required.
  • The ability to move throughout the office, shipping area, and manufacturing plant, including indoor and outdoor areas, is required.
  • The ability to lift up to 50 pounds and regularly reach with hands and arms is required. The role also involves standing, walking, sitting, handling objects, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, talking, and hearing.
  • Close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision are required.

Responsibilities

  • Lead daily manufacturing operations for the Lighting & Transportation business.
  • Develop and coach Production Supervisors, Production Managers, and other operational leaders.
  • Ensure safety is prioritized and ensure compliance with company policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards.
  • Drive accountability through visual management, standard work, and daily management systems.
  • Lead production meetings and operating reviews focused on throughput, schedule attainment, and customer delivery commitments.
  • Improve labor productivity, manufacturing efficiency, capacity utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
  • Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to improve equipment reliability, reduce defects, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
  • Execute production schedules and recovery plans to improve on-time delivery and reduce past-due orders.
  • Assist with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives focused on waste elimination, process standardization, material flow, and operational efficiency.
  • Drive performance improvements in safety, quality, on-time delivery, throughput, labor productivity and efficiency, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), schedule attainment, inventory accuracy, and manufacturing cost performance.
  • Lead workforce planning, succession planning, employee development, and performance management initiatives.
  • Support operating plans, budget management, productivity improvements, capital planning, and profitability objectives.
  • Collaborate with facility leadership to manage shared resources and site priorities.

Desired Qualifications

  • An MBA or other advanced business degree is preferred.
  • At least 10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience is preferred.
  • Previous experience as an Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, or Plant Manager is preferred.
  • A Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, or similar Operational Excellence certification is preferred.
  • Experience leading multi-shift manufacturing operations is preferred.
  • Experience leading operational transformations, plant turnarounds, capacity expansions, or large-scale continuous improvement initiatives is preferred.
  • Financial acumen, including budget management, labor planning, and capital expenditures, is preferred.
  • Experience implementing Daily Management Systems, Tiered Accountability Processes, and Lean Production Systems is preferred.
  • Proven success developing high-performing teams and leading organizational change is preferred.

About the Company

Valmont

Global infrastructure solutions provider for utilities

Valmont Industries provides infrastructure products and engineered solutions for road safety, power transmission, wireless communications, lighting, and water management for agriculture and mining. It designs, manufactures, and sells steel poles, towers, lighting systems, irrigation and water-management equipment, and related infrastructure components through direct sales and long-term contracts to government agencies, utilities, and farmers. Its offerings support essential services and utilities by delivering durable, site-specific infrastructure across transportation, energy, telecommunications, and agriculture sectors. Valmont differentiates itself with a global manufacturing footprint across 100 countries and 87 facilities, a diversified end-market mix, and long-term contracts that ensure ongoing service and revenue with a focus on safety, efficiency, and resource management.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Omaha, NE
Founded
1946

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