Plant Manager

Busch Vacuum Solutions is a leading manufacturer of vacuum pumps, compressors, and blowers for use in industries such as semiconductor manufacturing, food processing, metallurgy, biomedical, and material handling.

Busch Vacuum Solutions has an immediate direct hire opportunity for an experienced Plant Manager at our manufacturing plant in Virginia Beach, Virginia! 

The Plant Manager provides leadership and operational oversight for the Machine Shop, Assembly, Warehouse, Production Planning, and Tooling Operations departments. This role is responsible for ensuring that all production activities operate efficiently, safely, and cost-effectively while meeting quality, delivery, and budget expectations. The Plant Manager partners closely with department leaders to establish performance targets, monitor progress, and drive continuous improvement across all production operations.

If you are a results-driven manufacturing leader looking to make an impact in a hands-on environment, we encourage you to apply.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight across all production departments, including Machine Shop, Assembly, Warehouse, Planning, and Tooling Operations
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules as needed to meet delivery and operational goals
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, quality, and housekeeping standards
• Evaluate employee and departmental performance and implement corrective actions or improvement plans as needed
• Partner with departmental managers to plan work center schedules and manpower requirements
• Manage human and material resources to meet production targets and business objectives
• Analyze production and quality data to identify issues, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence
• Maintain visibility into shop orders and on-time delivery of products
• Drive efficiency and productivity across production teams
• Review and revise process flows and layouts to improve efficiency and reduce material handling
• Review process documentation, including Product Change Requests (PCRs), and control document distribution
• Prepare, review, and maintain key production reports, including efficiency, performance, lead time, and variance reports
• Troubleshoot operational issues and support structured problem-solving efforts
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and operational standards
• Develop, own, and manage the annual production plan and budget for all production departments
• Ensure machinery, equipment, and facilities are properly maintained to support efficient production

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a directly related manufacturing or production leadership role
• 7+ years of people management experience
• Bachelor’s degree required
  • Preferred fields of study: Business, Management, Engineering, or Industrial Technology
• Strong knowledge of business, finance, and management principles
• Working knowledge of engineering and manufacturing principles
• Experience with CNC machining and general assembly operations preferred
• Strong understanding of quality systems and production controls preferred
• Knowledge of machine shop and assembly operations preferred
• Experience with process improvement methodologies preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) required
  • Advanced Excel skills preferred
• ERP system experience preferred (SAP experience a plus)
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license that meets Busch insurance standards

Personal Qualifications

• Demonstrated accountability, dependability, and attention to detail
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across teams
• Organized, safety-conscious, and process-oriented
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English (verbal and written)
• Motivated self-starter with the ability to inspire and lead teams toward shared goals

Job Requirements

• Ability and willingness to pass a 10-panel drug screen, 7-year criminal history check
• Most felonies are a disqualifier, misdemeanors are considered on a case-by-case basis
• Willingness and ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Domestic and international travel up to 15%, including occasional overnight travel
• Valid Drivers’ License must be maintained throughout employment that meets Busch insurance standards

• Employment with Busch Vacuum Solutions requires current work authorization in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and speaking
• Occasional sitting, reaching, bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, and lifting
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs occasionally
• Ability to hear and see audible and visual alarms
• Ability to wear required PPE, including safety shoes, safety glasses, and hearing protection

Benefits & Opportunities

Busch Vacuum Solutions offers an attractive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, EAP, tuition reimbursement, Legal Plan, 401K, PTO, and more! 

Opportunity for growth and advancement via on-the-job training, paid training/certifications, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for advancement within the company.  Busch values promoting from within!

Work Environment

Moderately controlled manufacturing environment, moderate noise levels, fumes, and airborne particles, while working near moving mechanical parts.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Why work for Busch Vacuum Solutions?

As diverse and boundless as the world of vacuum is, so are the jobs and tasks at Busch. We welcome all talents, regardless of education, age, gender, or nationality; worldwide.

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