Stakkd is seeking an entrepreneurial and ambitious Plant Manager to spearhead and lead the growth of Stakkd’s racking and roll forming manufacturing operations. This ground-floor opportunity offers the chance to shape and grow Stakkd with the support of a well-established, robust affiliate company, offering access to a multitude of markets, a strong capital markets team, and infrastructure to support corporate administration.
Stakkd aims to lead in the development and ownership of high-quality racking systems for automated industrial and cold storage facilities. Stakkd’s platform combines real estate development expertise with automated material handling and warehouse racking systems. This vertically integrated approach allows us to seamlessly deliver innovative storage solutions.
The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily manufacturing operations for a metal roll forming manufacturing facility in Franklin, IN, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality in production. This role involves managing a team of operators, implementing a culture of safety, ensuring stringent quality control, and optimizing the production schedule. Additionally, the Plant Manager will support company growth by building a strong team, launching new products, and leading the setup of a new facility.
- Supervise and lead a team of 6-7 operators, fostering a high-performance work environment. Directing, coordinating, and managing the overall plant operation and production.
- Develop, implement, and enforce a comprehensive safety program to promote a culture of safety.
- Responsible for production output, product quality, quality control procedures, quality checks and timely delivery of product.
- Manage the production schedule in collaboration with the Project Manager to align with priorities and deadlines.
- Maintain a working knowledge of mechanical operations, particularly punch presses and rollers, to troubleshoot and improve efficiency.
- Recruit, train, and develop team members to support company growth. Evaluating employees and giving suggestions for improvement
- Lead the setup and operational launch of a new facility, ensuring seamless integration of processes and workforce.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in plant management, production management, shift lead, quality management, or a related field.
- Experience with punch presses and form rolling a plus.
- Bilingual in English and Korean is a plus.
- Ability to read and understand CAD files and part specs
- Strong leadership and team-building skills to motivate and lead by example.
- Working knowledge of metal mechanical production equipment.
- Experience with safety programs and quality control standards.
- Demonstrated self-starter and able to self-monitor with minimal oversight.
- Strong communication skills to keep leadership informed of key plant updates.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus potential.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- A collaborative and supportive work environment.
Stakkd is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.