Plant Manager

Are you a Plant Manager who is passionate about leadership and growth? If so, Emerson has a great opportunity for you! As Plant Manager, you’ll serve as a key member of our Global Operations Team leading the daily operations of our Houston, TX manufacturing facility. You will lead an integrated manufacturing site with an aluminum sand cast foundry, machining, fabrication, and assembly operations. The Houston plant produces engineer to order and configure to order electrical enclosures and related products for use in hazardous location spaces and sold to a diverse U.S. and international customer base. In the role of Plant Manager, you will provide leadership and motivation to provide our customers with an excellent experience that impacts safety, value, lead time, and quality. This business is currently $30M and 90 employees with significant opportunity to grow.

IN THIS ROLE, YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL BE:

• Lead by example, enabling a zero-accident culture using a philosophy of 5S and “I Own Safety” continuous improvement programs.
• You gain the confidence and trust of others easily by modeling high standards of honesty and integrity.
• Improve the profitability and cash flow of the business by reducing cost, maximising growth, and managing TWC.
• Work with customers, engineering, customer care, and supply chain to ensure the proper information is available to provide accurate promise and ship dates.
• Develop trust and communication within the sales channel regarding delivery promises; manage lead time for quotations and drive to meet or exceed market lead time expectations.
• Coach, mentor and develop the team, providing regular feedback, using the employee performance review and goal setting process.
• Form diverse teams to create a mix of styles, perspectives, and experience; using each team member’s unique background to achieve team goals.

WHO YOU ARE:

You know what motivates different people and align work accordingly. You understand interpersonal and group dynamics and react in an effective manner. Your actions signify progress, and you remain calm and composed, even when things are uncertain. You are the first to spot possible future policies, practices, and trends in the organization, with the competition, and in the marketplace.

FOR THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Relevant years of manufacturing experience commensurate with the level of the position
• Five years of experience in leadership roles within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience making and completing financial operating plans (P&L)
• Legal Authorization to work in the United States – sponsorship will not be provided for this role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS THAT SET YOU APART:

• MBA
• In-depth knowledge of Oracle or other similar Enterprise Resource Planning Systems
• Led lean manufacturing kaizen events
• Foundry knowledge or experience
• Machining knowledge or experience
• Experience working in or with the electrical industry

OUR OFFER TO YOU:

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing and know that to do your best you must have flexible, competitive benefit plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage. Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

At Emerson, we are committed to fostering a culture where every employee is valued and respected for their unique experiences and perspectives. We believe a diverse and inclusive work environment contributes to the rich exchange of ideas and diversity of thoughts, that inspire innovation and brings the best solutions to our customers.

The philosophy is fundamental to living our company’s values and our responsibility to leave the world in a better place. Learn more about our Culture & Values and about Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion at Emerson .

Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to end development, from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities, including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, and coaching, project management, and on-the-job training.

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WHY EMERSON

Our Commitment to Our People

At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.

We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.

At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.

Work Authorization

Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Emerson is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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ABOUT EMERSON

Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.

With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.

We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!

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