Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Schaeffer Industries, located in Lindon, Utah, is a leading producer of steel pipe and tube and roll-formed products. Schaeffer is looking for a hands-on, results-driven Plant Manager to oversee its manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive and practical knowledge of pipe/tube mills, roll-formers, slitting equipment and related machinery, with a proven track record of optimizing yields, driving continuous improvement, and managing shop employees.

Position Type

• Job Title : Plant Manager
• Location : Lindon, Utah
• Job Type : Full-Time, On-site
• Reports To : CEO

Key Responsibilities

• Hands-on Oversight : Lead daily production activities with a thorough working knowledge of steel product manufacturing equipment.
• Production & Efficiency : Prepare production schedules and daily operating reports to optimize productivity and minimize downtime.
• Equipment Maintenance : Direct maintenance personnel to perform preventative maintenance and resolve complex machinery failures.
• Safety & Compliance : Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with safety standards and internal operational protocols.
• Team Leadership : Train, coach, and evaluate production staff to foster a performance-based culture centered on accountability and teamwork.
• Continuous Improvement : Implement lean manufacturing initiatives and best practices to improve throughput, quality control, and cost efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience : 5+years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, specifically within the steel product manufacturing industry.
• Technical Expertise : prefer hands-on, working knowledge of:
• Pipe and tube mills
• Slitting machinery
• Roll-forming equipment
• Tooling changeovers and equipment maintenance
• Education : Manufacturing/industrial training is preferred.
• Skills : Must be proficient in MS Office, specifically Excel, and possess strong skills in problem-solving, strategic planning, and employee relations.
• Mindset : A hands-on leader who is comfortable spending time on the shop floor to drive results.

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