Origin Ductwork —

Plant Manager Location:

Hadley, PA Reports To:

COO Department:

Operations /

Manufacturing FLSA Status:

Exempt, Full-Time Job Description Position Summary Origin Ductwork is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead day-to-day operations at our Hadley, PA facility. This role owns manufacturing performance, safety, quality, and workforce leadership for ductwork fabrication and installation support, and serves as the on-site operational leader responsible for translating company goals into shop-floor execution. Key Responsibilities Production & Operations

• Own daily production scheduling, throughput, and on-time delivery for ductwork fabrication.
• Manage capacity planning across fabrication, welding, and assembly to meet sales and project commitments.
• Drive continuous improvement in fabrication processes, workflow layout, and equipment utilization.
• Partner with engineering and sales on order intake, approval drawings, and production feasibility. Quality & Safety
• Enforce quality control standards and inspection processes (fit, weld quality, hardware completeness, dimensional accuracy).
• Maintain and improve the facility's safety program; lead incident investigation and corrective action.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA and other applicable regulatory requirements.
• Support quality issue tracking and root-cause resolution for recurring field or shop defects. People Leadership
• Directly supervise production supervisors, leads, and shop floor staff (headcount to be defined by facility size).
• Recruit, onboard, train, and develop production talent; manage performance and disciplinary actions.
• Build a strong shift/shop culture around accountability, safety, and craftsmanship. Financial & Reporting
• Manage plant labor, materials, and overhead costs against budget.
• Report production KPIs (throughput, scrap/rework, on-time %, safety incidents, labor efficiency) to leadership.
• Identify and execute cost-reduction and productivity initiatives. Cross-Functional Coordination
• Coordinate with Imperial Systems and Imperial Filtration operations leadership on shared resources, standards, and best practices across facilities.
• Work with HR on staffing plans, hiring, and workforce development.
• Support facility improvements and equipment procurement planning. Qualifications Required
• 5+ years of manufacturing management experience, ideally in metal fabrication, sheet metal, ductwork, or a related industrial products environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing production schedules, quality systems, and a hands-on shop floor team.
• Strong working knowledge of safety compliance (OSHA) in a fabrication/welding environment.
• Proven people-management skills, including hiring, coaching, and performance management.
• Comfort working directly on the shop floor, not just from an office.
• Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline (Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, etc.) or Business discipline (Operations Management, Business Administration, etc.). Preferred
• Experience in HVAC, dust collection, industrial ventilation, or ductwork fabrication specifically.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with production/ERP scheduling systems.
• Blueprint and fabrication drawing literacy. Compensation
• Base salary: $90,000+ commensurate with experience and directly relevant fabrication/ductwork background. Physical Requirements
• Ability to work on an active manufacturing floor, including exposure to noise, welding operations, and material handling equipment.
• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the facility for extended periods.

Pay:

From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Manufacturing management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person