Switchgear Plant Manager

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Switchgear Plant Manager

Work Arrangement: Onsite Hours: Monday - Friday

Compensation:

Salary will be determined based on the candidate’s experience, skills, and demonstrated expertise during the hiring process, ensuring competitive compensation aligned with industry standards and internal equity.

About the Company:

At Lincoln Electric Products Co. Inc., we specialize in designing, manufacturing, and distributing custom equipment tailored to our customers' specific applications and requirements. Our product range includes:

• Panelboards: Up to 2000A
• Service and Distribution Switchboards: Up to 8000A
• Generator Connection Boxes
• Generator Output Switchboards
• Single and Double-Ended Substations
• We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, custom-designed solutions that address the unique needs of our clients across various industries.

Position Summary

Lincoln Electric Products Co. Inc. seeks a highly motivated and experienced Switchgear Plant Manager —Switchboard, Panelboard, Wiring, and EV Assembly—to join our team in Union, NJ. This individual will play a critical role in overseeing the assembly department's daily operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring the seamless execution of organizational goals. The Switchgear Plant Manager- Switchboard, Panelboard, Wiring, and EV Assembly will work collaboratively across departments to enhance productivity, implement process improvements, and contribute to the overall success of the business.

While this role primarily operates Monday through Friday, occasional Saturday work may be required based on business demands.

This full-time, exempt position reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer and involves a hands-on approach.

Working Conditions: Office/ Assembly Shop Floor Environment

What We Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Paid every week.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, Including Health, Dental, and Vision Plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO): For vacation and personal days.
• Sick Leave

Job Responsibilities:

• Oversee and manage daily switchboard, panelboard, wiring, and EV assembly operations to ensure adherence to production schedules and customer delivery timelines.
• Oversee the production and assembly of low-voltage switchgear systems, ensuring compliance with UL standards and other industry regulations.
• Manage operations and personnel involved in the assembly process to ensure efficient production, high-quality output, and timely delivery.
• Implement and enforce production processes, quality control measures, and safety protocols.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate team leads, technicians, wiremen, and assembly operators.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to identify areas for improvement and drive efficiency.
• Collaborate with engineering, project managers, quality, procurement, and supply chain teams to address production challenges and optimize workflows.
• Coordinate with procurement and logistics teams to ensure timely availability of materials and components for assembly operations.
• Develop and manage production budgets, resource allocation, and cost control measures.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and safety standards.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practices.
• Identify training needs and support the development of team members.
• Address equipment maintenance and reliability issues in collaboration with the maintenance team.
• Foster a safety, accountability, and excellence culture in the production environment.
• Ensure seamless coordination across switchboard, panelboard, and EV assembly lines to optimize efficiency and resource utilization.
• Develop and oversee production planning and scheduling for assembly operations
• Adjust production schedules to address delays, material shortages, or equipment issues while minimizing downtime.
• Regularly review production plans and schedules to identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions

Skills, Requirements, and Specifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Master's degree ).
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in engineering, production, or operations management, preferably in switchboard, panelboard, EV assembly, and wiring departments.
• Experience as a General Electrical Foreman in a manufacturing or industrial setting will also be considered.
• Proficiency in ERP systems.
• Proven experience in managing large production teams and driving operational excellence.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.

If you’re ready to move to an organization where you will have an integral role in shaping future growth, where you will interact across company functions from the top down and be valued and appreciated by ownership and senior leadership, this is where you need to be!

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