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Qualdoc · Onsite · Gallaway, TN

Structural Steel Plant Manager

Location: Gallaway, TN
Job Type: Direct Hire
Salary: Starting at $80,000/year, higher depending on experience

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Structural Steel Plant Manager to lead fabrication operations across two nearby facilities and two shifts. This position provides hands-on leadership to production supervisors while overseeing safety, quality, maintenance, productivity, scheduling, and on-time shipments.

The manager will lead a growing workforce of approximately 65 employees, with a target of approximately 90, supported by 5–6 department and shop supervisors.

Key Responsibilities

  • Direct daily production activities across both facilities and shifts.
  • Lead and develop supervisors and production teams.
  • Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with workplace safety standards.
  • Oversee facility, machinery, and equipment maintenance.
  • Improve fabrication efficiency, workflow, and overall shop productivity.
  • Maintain quality standards and ensure work meets applicable AISC and AWS requirements.
  • Coordinate production schedules and shipping/delivery commitments.
  • Oversee multiple departments, including:
    • Receiving & Inventory
    • CNC Processing
    • Fabrication & Welding
    • Paint
    • Shipping
    • Support recruiting, employee retention, workforce development, and succession planning.
    • Address employee performance and disciplinary matters as needed.
    • Identify potential production issues and opportunities for continuous improvement.
    • Manage multiple large, heavy, and complex fabrication projects at the same time.
    • Support overall plant operations and other responsibilities as assigned.
  • Qualifications

  • 7+ years of structural steel fabrication experience.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in fabrication, manufacturing, or production.
  • Strong knowledge of AWS D1.1; CWI certification preferred but not required.
  • Experience working in an AISC-certified shop or fabrication environment.
  • Experience managing large, heavy, and complex structural steel projects.
  • Working knowledge of SSPC and ASTM coating requirements.
  • Strong understanding of structural steel fabrication operations, workflows, and shop practices.
  • Experience overseeing multiple production departments.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to anticipate operational issues and identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Strong hands-on leadership approach with the ability to work effectively with both supervisors and production employees.
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Benefits

  • Monthly shop productivity bonus
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match
  • PTO and paid holidays
  • Relocation assistance
  • Monthly cellular plan reimbursement
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    How this Plant Manager salary compares

    This role pays $80,000/yr — below the typical range for Plant Manager roles.

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    Typical range $106,088–$170,000/yr, from 188 comparable Plant Manager listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Plant Manager salary insights →

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