Plant Manager
Listed on 2026-01-24
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Business
Business Management, Operations Manager, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade
Company
With around 480 locations in over 40 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business. The area of Materials Services spans two strategic areas: global materials distribution as one-stop-shop – from steel and stainless steel, tubes and pipes, nonferrous metals and specialty materials to plastics and raw materials – and tailored services in the areas of materials management and supply-chain management.
An extensive omnichannel architecture gives 250,000 customers worldwide cross-channel, round-the-clock access to over 150,000 products and services. A highly efficient logistics system ensures that all requested services are smoothly integrated into customer production processes “just-in-time” or “just-in-sequence”.
Sales is a distributor and processor of aluminum, stainless steel, copper, brass, bronze and more quality materials serving markets across North America, including Canada and Mexico. By providing customers with what they want, when they need it, Copper and Brass Sales helps them succeed in today's challenging global business environment. The company focuses on the Aerospace, Automotive, Electrical, Medical and Oil & Gas Industries, allowing it to offer these market segments expertise specific to their needs.
The daily commitment of its employees to provide premium, customer-first service has earned Copper and Brass Sales the position of a respected leader in the nonferrous metals industry for over 80 years.
Provide leadership and direction to insure the continual, efficient and uniform operation which will meet or exceed customer expectations in a safe and orderly manner. Develop and implement plans coordinated with the corporate business plan to increase the reliability and continually improve the quality and efficiencies of the products and services provided by the business unit.
Plant Manager I – New Location OpportunityLocation: Grand Rapids, MI
Salary Range: $79,000 – $105,000 + Annual Bonus Incentive
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package + 3 weeks PTO
Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite
Eligibility: Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
Join thyssenkrupp Materials NA (tkMNA) as a Plant Manager I at our brand-new Grand Rapids location
! This is a unique opportunity to lead a small, high-performing team of 5 employees and establish operational excellence from the ground up. You’ll oversee warehouse operations, ensure compliance with safety and corporate standards, and drive efficiency in a dynamic environment.
- Supervise branch production using Warehouse Activity Monitor and Production Planning tools.
- Correct and clarify incorrect warehouse procedures.
- Develop and implement plans to ensure employee and visitor safety
. - Ensure operations and equipment comply with corporate guidelines and OSHA standards
. - Complete supplier consignment warehouse reservations as needed.
- Verify inventory and make adjustments where necessary.
- Hire, train, motivate, and discipline warehouse employees as required.
- Schedule and provide training where needed.
- Maintain equipment for maximum availability and minimum downtime
. - Recommend new equipment purchases to enhance quality and productivity.
- Communicate and monitor progress toward company goals for safety, returns, and on-time delivery
. - Oversee building maintenance and security.
- Monitor quality and process improvements using SAP reports
. - Ensure corrective actions are implemented to meet customer requirements.
- Support the sales department and assist with customer issues, including on-site visits.
- Facilitate Lean practices in the plant.
- Purchase or direct the purchase of necessary warehouse supplies.
- Attend regional and corporate meetings as required.
- Assist TKX Logistics in maintaining trucks and ensuring compliance with transportation requirements.
- Perform employee reviews and assist in contract negotiations where applicable.
- Work directly on the warehouse floor around…
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