Location: Chandler, AZ
Category: Skilled Manufacturing
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 10/28/2026
Plant Manager
Location: Chandler, AZ 85226
Salary: $110,000 -$130,000 per year, based on experience
Schedule: 10-Hour shifts, Monday-Friday, Weekend availability as required
Job Type: Direct Hire
Application Period: This position will remain open until filled.
Position Summary:
The Plant Manager supports daily operations at a structural steel fabrication facility, overseeing production, quality, safety, staffing, and equipment to meet project deadlines and operational goals. This role coordinates with project management, quality control, purchasing, and shipping to maintain efficient production, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support continuous improvement.
Location: Chandler, AZ 85226
Salary: $110,000 -$130,000 per year, based on experience
Schedule: 10-Hour shifts, Monday-Friday, Weekend availability as required
Job Type: Direct Hire
Application Period: This position will remain open until filled.
Position Summary:
The Plant Manager supports daily operations at a structural steel fabrication facility, overseeing production, quality, safety, staffing, and equipment to meet project deadlines and operational goals. This role coordinates with project management, quality control, purchasing, and shipping to maintain efficient production, ensure compliance with industry standards, and support continuous improvement.
Responsibilities:
- Coordinate structural steel fabrication, welding, fitting, and assembly operations to meet production schedules and project specifications.
- Monitor workflow, staffing, materials, and equipment needs to maintain productivity and meet deadlines.
- Enforce quality standards and coordinate inspections, testing, and corrective actions with quality control personnel.
- Maintain compliance with OSHA regulations, environmental requirements, AISC standards, and company safety procedures.
- Supervise, coach, and develop shop foremen and production employees while supporting training and certification programs.
- Coordinate equipment maintenance, tool calibration, inventory control, and facility improvements.
- Communicate production status, resource needs, and scheduling concerns with project management, purchasing, and shipping teams.
- Maintain accurate production records, labor hours, material usage, and performance reports.
- Support standard operating procedures, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required:
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 15 years of experience in structural steel fabrication, miscellaneous metals fabrication, or a closely related field.
- Proven experience managing production operations with a focus on quality, safety, and efficiency.
- In-depth knowledge of steel fabrication processes, standards, and procedures.
- Working knowledge of AISC, PCI, and AWS D1.1/D1.5 standards and codes.
- Ability to read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and project specifications.
- Strong leadership, communication, organizational planning, and scheduling skills.
- Proficiency with computers and production management software.
- Ability to work 10-hour shifts and weekends as required.
Preferred:
- Advanced technical training in a related field.
- Hands-on experience as a steel fabricator or erector.
- Familiarity with Smartsheet, DocuSign, Adobe PDF Editor, and Tekla.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
Benefits:
- 401(K) Company match
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and company holidays
- Employee Assistant program
- Company truck and fuel card for work-related use.
Employer Information
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
This position is being recruited by NCW on behalf of a client company. All hiring decisions will be made by the employer. NCW partners with organizations nationwide to connect top talent with opportunities across construction, manufacturing, warehousing & distribution, and engineering industries.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable laws.