Plant Manager

About Us

For more than 50 years, Gowanda Electronics has been a leader in the design, manufacture, and supply of precision electronic components for RF, microwave, and power applications. Components include standard off-the-shelf and custom-designed inductors, chips, chokes, coils, conicals, toroids, transformers, and magnetic devices in surface mount and axial-leaded (thru-hole) configurations that are used in a wide variety of electronic applications around the world. The company offers RoHS-compliant products as well as lead-containing components for QPL military/defense and other demanding requirements. Non-magnetic inductors are also available for situations where magnetic components would compromise system performance, as in medical imaging (MRI) equipment.

Position Summary:

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing daily operations of the production facility and ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They will work closely with the General Manager to maximize stewardship, safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day-to-day operations.
• Supervise the production and maintenance teams on a daily basis.
• Escalate complex issues to the General Manager
• Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results.
• Partner with the General Manager to implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus.
• Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions.
• Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage and develop production staff.
• Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime.
• Commit to facility safety procedures.
• Utilize current systems and processes tracking and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets.
• Partner with Human Resources to address employee issues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

Minimum of five years’ experience in a similar supervisory role. Additionally, a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in business administration or related field.

Experience in a union facility preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills, backed by previous professional success.
• Knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, customer service, production, and employee management.
• Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to streamline or implement structures and roles that boost speed and efficiency while supporting rapidly shifting business demands.
• Strong working knowledge of industry regulations and legal guidelines
• Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics, using business management software (ex: SAP, ERP, CRM)

Why should you join our team?

Our team is growing! At Gowanda Electronics we recognize that our employees play a vital role in our success, so we’ve created an environment that focuses on innovation, empowerment, and recognition of individual expertise.

We are known for our quality products and exemplary customer service, and it all starts with our employees. We are proud of the role we play as technology leaders and the difference we make every day by putting our customers first! We are also committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive package and career growth opportunities!

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• 401K Program with Employer Match
• Group Life Insurance
• Short & Long Term Disability Coverage
• Vacation & Sick (in addition to 11 paid holidays)

This position is not eligible for relocation allowance.

Gowanda Electronics is an equal-opportunity organization. We recruit, employ, train, compensate and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

At Gowanda Electronics, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees are valued and supported. If you are a candidate with a disability and need accommodation to complete the application process, please contact Tammy Almeter at talmeter@gowanda.com. Include your full name and the best way to reach you, along with the accommodation needed to assist you with the application process.

Veterans encouraged to apply.