Plant Manager

Posted:
5/19/2026, 12:30:49 AM

Location(s):
Victoria, Australia ⋅ Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Customer Success & Support

Company Description

BlueScope Coated Products is one of the largest coil coating companies in the United States, with facilities across the country. With more than four decades of expertise providing painted metal coils and toll processing services for industries in the construction and consumer product markets, we pride ourselves on delivering premium quality, reliable service, and ongoing innovation to our customers. 

  

The Plant Manager leads, directs, facilitates, and optimizes all operations of the manufacturing plant in order to achieve business objectives.  The Plant Manager develops and executes strategic plans aligned with business goals.  

The Plant Manager is accountable for all aspects of plant performance, with a focus on safety, quality, people, customer service, and performance.  Through employee engagement, the Plant Manager focuses on performance improvement, cost reduction, product delivery, and customer service. 

Key Focus Areas:

  • Facilitate quality and service improvements, as well as cost reduction, by developing and implementing robust manufacturing processes and best practices
  • Develop and administer budget while improving conversion cost and reducing variances
  • Ensure robust HSE and security procedures and training are in place, and the site is following compliance as required by legislation and corporate policy
  • Mentor staff to optimize performance, drive results, and prepare for career development
  • Lead and support programs that create a culture of respect, inclusion, and recognition
  • Communicate the company’s vision, values, and key results areas
  • Manage plant equipment layouts and new equipment startups

Education & Experience Qualifications

Minimum:       

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • 5 years of experience in a manufacturing ERP system driven environment

  • 5 years of experience in a supervisory or people management role

Preferred:       

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business or Manufacturing Engineering

  • 10 years of experience in a manufacturing ERP system driven environment

  • Experience with plant start-ups and equipment layout

  • Evidence of successfully leading large scale projects

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong leadership, analytical and diplomacy skills

  • Knowledge of steel industry

  • Continuous improvement techniques with manufacturing processes and capabilities

  • Understanding of Oracle ERP systems

  • Management of inventories

  • Excellent verbal, problem-solving, presentation and facilitation skills

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office products

Additional Information
The preceding job responsibilities and tasks were designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this job.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job duties and responsibilities required of associates assigned to this job.  Associates may be required to perform other duties as assigned.  Additional job competencies, individual goals, and performance measurements are set at the department level.

The benefits are just as rewarding as the work at BlueScope.  To support our goal, we offer a total compensation plan and an outstanding benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement. 

EEO: Employer/M/F/Disabled/Protected Veteran

BlueScope is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status, as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.