Kimmel & Associates

Plant Manager-Architectural Glass Fabrication

Kimmel & Associates  •  Joplin, MO (Onsite)  •  13 hours ago
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Job Description

About the Company

The company is a growing leader in architectural glass fabrication, known for delivering high-quality, precision products to commercial and architectural markets. The company is entering an exciting phase of expansion, with a clear goal to double the size of the business over the next five years

This growth mindset is paired with a strong commitment to safety, quality, and people development. The company offers an environment where operational leaders can make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of the organization.

About the Position

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of glass fabrication operations at the Springfield facility. This is a critical leadership role with direct influence on safety, quality, productivity, and delivery performance.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, strategic manufacturing leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong teams, and is passionate about continuous improvement. As the company grows, this role will play a key part in scaling operations and developing the next generation of leaders.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, scheduling, and inventory management
  • Championing a safe, clean, and compliant manufacturing environment
  • Ensuring products consistently meet quality standards and customer specifications
  • Developing, mentoring, and engaging team members at all levels of the organization
  • Managing plant budgets, controlling costs, and driving productivity improvements
  • Identifying and implementing process improvements and manufacturing innovations
  • Collaborating with company leadership to support long-term growth objectives

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on experience
  • 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (glass fabrication experience strongly preferred)
  • Proven track record of success in safety, quality, and operational performance
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team-development skills
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or similar methodologies

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience
  • Opportunity to lead a critical operation within a growing organization
  • Ability to make a visible impact on company performance and culture

Collaborative leadership environment with long-term growth potential

Kimmel & Associates

About Kimmel & Associates

Kimmel & Associates is North America’s largest executive search firm specializing in these industries:

Construction

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Waste & Recycling

Supply Chain

We partner with companies to identify, attract, and secure high-impact leadership talent through a targeted recruiting process across specialized sectors.

Our consultants bring deep expertise within specific industry verticals and geographic regions, combining local market insight with the national reach of top-tier talent.

Through our proven Career-Directed Approach™, we uncover what motivates candidates and what drives client success. The result is long-term alignment, not just short-term placement.

For over 45 years, we have built our reputation on trust, consistency, and results. We call it the Kimmel Standard, a commitment to delivering exceptional service and lasting partnerships.

Executive search isn’t just our profession — it’s our responsibility.

Industries We Serve

Concrete

Curtain Wall, Glazing & Cladding

Disaster Restoration

Drywall

Electrical Contracting

General Construction

Heavy Civil

Heavy Equipment

Industrial

Mechanical Contracting

Mining

Owners / Developers

Renewable & Sustainable Infrastructure

Residential

Roofing

Steel

Supply Chain

Waste & Recycling

Positions We Fill

C-Suite & Executive Leadership

CEO, COO, CFO, CIO, President, Owner

Senior Leadership

EVP, SVP, Regional VP, VP, General Manager

Commercial Leadership

VP Sales, Business Development, Marketing, Client Development

Operations & Project Leadership

Operations Executive, VP Operations, Director of Operations, Project Executive, Operations Manager, Area Manager

Preconstruction & Estimating Leadership

VP Preconstruction, Director of Preconstruction, Chief Estimator, Estimating Manager

Engineering & Technical Leadership

Director of Engineering, Engineering Manager, Design Manager, Technical Services

Safety, Risk & Compliance

VP Safety, Director of Safety, EHS

Contact:

kimmel@kimmel.com

828.251.9900

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Asheville, NC
Year Founded
1981
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