Job Information
Aerotek Manufacturing Plant Manager in Frederick, Maryland
Job Title: Plant Manager
Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Plant Manager to oversee all operations at our electronic contract manufacturing plant. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing Program Management, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and Production departments, ensuring that all production operations meet customer and internal standards. The Plant Manager will also facilitate business development, manage inventory operations, and drive continuous improvement efforts across all departments.
Responsibilities
Oversee all operations for the electronic contract manufacturing plant, including Program Management, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, and Production departments.
Direct and coordinate activities of all production operations including SMT/Through-hole PWB assembly, electromechanical, box build, wire harness/cable, final assembly integration, and testing.
Direct overall management of inventory operations including shipping/receiving, stockroom, kitting, work order processing, and cycle counting.
Maintain appropriate inventory levels and inventory turns aligned with corporate objectives and quality management certifications.
Coordinate efforts to achieve corporate-driven quality objectives and support efforts to obtain new certifications.
Ensure quality of all production operations meet customer and internal standards, implement necessary corrective/preventive measures as required.
Facilitate business development for the plant, including supporting new sales efforts and inter-company transition work.
Ensure direct/indirect staffing objectives are met to support current and anticipated revenue objectives.
Establish performance standards for all personnel, measure progress, communicate results.
Provide coaching, supervision, and training for all personnel.
Ensure capital equipment objectives are in place to meet current and anticipated business goals.
Coordinate efforts to meet corporate operational profitability targets.
Drive continuous improvement efforts across all departments.
Define realistic and accurate monthly revenue projections to corporate and achieve targets.
Essential Skills
3-5 years management experience in a manufacturing environment, with electronics manufacturing experience preferred.
Bachelor’s degree (B.A or B.S) from a four-year college or university is preferred.
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Experience working in an MRP/ERP system.
Thorough knowledge of all aspects of electronics assembly.
Solid knowledge of Quality Management Systems (AS9100 and ISO 9001 experience preferred).
Strong Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint).
Basic knowledge of labor laws and OSHA requirements.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent leadership and coaching skills.
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Lean manufacturing experience.
Knowledge of IPC standards.
Experience with soldering and mechanical assembly.
Why Work Here?
At our company, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer solutions to challenging design and product development issues and are passionate about exceeding customer expectations. Our projects have a meaningful impact across many industries and in the lives of everyday people. We support critical programs, including defense, space exploration, and public safety initiatives. We are committed to achieving the highest quality possible in every step of the electronics design, engineering, and manufacturing process. Join us to be part of a team that makes a difference.
Work Environment
The work environment is typically quiet, and all work will be performed indoors. Employees may occasionally be exposed to moving mechanical parts and the risk of electrical shock. Protective clothing such as heel straps and lab coats may be required occasionally. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr.
As a manufacturing firm, ACDi's biggest differentiator is our people. We're here to do more than simply build "widgets". Our people offer solutions to challenging design and product development issues and are passionate about hitting customer delivery schedules and exceeding expectations. We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics design, engineering, and manufacturing process. What we do day-in and day-out has a lasting, meaningful impact across many industries and in the lives of everyday people. At ACDi we create a seismic measuring system that prevents people from getting stuck in elevators during an earthquake; we defend our nation by helping to build gun turrets for tanks, communication systems for troops, and military avionics; we support NASA programs with communications systems that converse with launched vehicles. We approach each project understanding that achieving the highest quality possible is required for every step of the electronics manufacturing process, because these projects help keep our country and people around the world safe, secure, and free. At ACDi, we’re more than just a contract manufacturer.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Frederick,MD.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 18, 2025.
About Aerotek:
We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.