Fabcon
Base pay range
$180,000.00/yr - $230,000.00/yr
Fabcon is a U.S.-based contract manufacturing and precision metal fabrication company founded in 1977 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California. It operates as a vertically integrated manufacturing partner that supports clients from early engineering and design optimization through precision fabrication, assembly, finishing, testing, and logistics — all under one roof — which simplifies supply chains and accelerates product launches. Fabcon serves a diverse set of industries including power infrastructure, renewable energy, medical equipment, industrial, electronics, and military/defense, delivering custom metal parts, assemblies, and complete manufacturing solutions made in the USA with quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001. The company’s agile production capabilities and deep technical expertise allow it to handle mid-volume, high-mix programs and scale with customer needs across both prototype and production runs.
Position and Scope Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, the Plant Director will be fully accountable for shop floor execution, safety, quality, delivery, and labor performance within the plant. This is a highly hands‑on, on‑site leadership role requiring deep engagement with machine operators, supervisors, and frontline teams. The Plant Director will translate operational strategy into disciplined execution, ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and at high quality.
This role is ideal for a pragmatic, floor‑oriented manufacturing leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, understands how to run a complex production facility, and wants to play a critical role in scaling a business while maintaining operational excellence.
Duties + Responsibilities
Own all day‑to‑day plant operations, including labor management, production scheduling, machine utilization, safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.
Execute manufacturing plans set by the VP of Operations, ensuring alignment with capacity, labor availability, and customer demand.
Lead and manage frontline leaders including supervisors, team leads, and production staff.
Serve as a visible, hands‑on leader on the shop floor; actively problem‑solve production, quality, and workflow issues in real time.
Drive adherence to safety standards and ensure compliance with OSHA / EH&S requirements; foster a strong safety‑first culture.
Maintain accountability for production KPIs including throughput, scrap, rework, OTD, labor efficiency, and downtime.
Partner with the VP of Operations on facility expansion and layout execution, including equipment placement, workflow optimization, and shift ramp‑up.
Support integration of bolt‑on acquisitions at the plant level, including onboarding teams, standardizing processes, and aligning operating rhythms.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives including Lean, 5S, standard work, and root‑cause problem solving.
Ensure production processes, work instructions, and quality standards are clearly defined, trained, and consistently followed.
Collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Partner with HR on hiring, training, performance management, and employee relations for hourly and salaried plant staff.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, teamwork, and operational discipline throughout the plant.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by championing 5S, Lean, and process discipline across all functions.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (Cal‑OSHA/OSHA/EH&S).
Foster a culture of ownership, safety, accountability, and operational excellence at every level.
Work in collaboration with Human Resources in resolving labor issues, employee relations, and supporting HR programs.
Skills + Experience Required
7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment; metal manufacturing, machining, or fabrication experience strongly preferred.
Prior experience as a Plant Manager, Plant Director, Operations Manager, or equivalent shop‑floor leadership role.
Demonstrated success running a production floor with multiple machines, varied job runs, and complex scheduling requirements.
Proven ability to lead hourly teams, supervisors, and frontline leaders in a high‑accountability environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, cost drivers, labor efficiency, and throughput optimization.
Hands‑on experience implementing Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
Comfortable working with ERP/MRP systems, production schedules, and capacity planning tools.
Action‑oriented leadership style with the ability to make decisions quickly and drive execution.
High integrity, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety and quality.
Management Style + Behavioral Traits
Hands‑On Leadership:
Leads from the floor, stays close to the work, and holds teams accountable through presence and follow‑through.
Leading by Example:
Demonstrating and fostering, by example, a sense of urgency, strong commitment/accountability, and sound decision making to achieve goals. Consistent and disciplined in following process, while pragmatic with a high propensity for action.
Business Acumen:
Knowledge of the competitive landscape and current and emerging practices within the industry.
Vision and Purpose:
Embracing and communicating Fabcon’s vision and its goals while reflecting a dedication to success which inspires and motivates.
Motivational and Inspirational:
Energetic with a “get‑it‑done” attitude while keeping the team enthusiastic about the business and the goals set ahead. Encouraging and inspiring colleagues to stretch beyond what they thought they could accomplish.
Ethics and Values:
Adhere to a code of conduct with a moral compass focused on the highest level of integrity and ethics.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Supply Chain and Manufacturing
Industries Fabricated Metal Products
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Fabcon is a U.S.-based contract manufacturing and precision metal fabrication company founded in 1977 and headquartered in Santa Ana, California. It operates as a vertically integrated manufacturing partner that supports clients from early engineering and design optimization through precision fabrication, assembly, finishing, testing, and logistics — all under one roof — which simplifies supply chains and accelerates product launches. Fabcon serves a diverse set of industries including power infrastructure, renewable energy, medical equipment, industrial, electronics, and military/defense, delivering custom metal parts, assemblies, and complete manufacturing solutions made in the USA with quality standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001. The company’s agile production capabilities and deep technical expertise allow it to handle mid-volume, high-mix programs and scale with customer needs across both prototype and production runs.
Position and Scope Reporting directly to the Vice President of Operations, the Plant Director will be fully accountable for shop floor execution, safety, quality, delivery, and labor performance within the plant. This is a highly hands‑on, on‑site leadership role requiring deep engagement with machine operators, supervisors, and frontline teams. The Plant Director will translate operational strategy into disciplined execution, ensuring production goals are met safely, efficiently, and at high quality.
This role is ideal for a pragmatic, floor‑oriented manufacturing leader who thrives in fast‑paced environments, understands how to run a complex production facility, and wants to play a critical role in scaling a business while maintaining operational excellence.
Duties + Responsibilities
Own all day‑to‑day plant operations, including labor management, production scheduling, machine utilization, safety, quality, and on‑time delivery.
Execute manufacturing plans set by the VP of Operations, ensuring alignment with capacity, labor availability, and customer demand.
Lead and manage frontline leaders including supervisors, team leads, and production staff.
Serve as a visible, hands‑on leader on the shop floor; actively problem‑solve production, quality, and workflow issues in real time.
Drive adherence to safety standards and ensure compliance with OSHA / EH&S requirements; foster a strong safety‑first culture.
Maintain accountability for production KPIs including throughput, scrap, rework, OTD, labor efficiency, and downtime.
Partner with the VP of Operations on facility expansion and layout execution, including equipment placement, workflow optimization, and shift ramp‑up.
Support integration of bolt‑on acquisitions at the plant level, including onboarding teams, standardizing processes, and aligning operating rhythms.
Champion continuous improvement initiatives including Lean, 5S, standard work, and root‑cause problem solving.
Ensure production processes, work instructions, and quality standards are clearly defined, trained, and consistently followed.
Collaborate with maintenance to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
Partner with HR on hiring, training, performance management, and employee relations for hourly and salaried plant staff.
Foster a culture of ownership, accountability, teamwork, and operational discipline throughout the plant.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by championing 5S, Lean, and process discipline across all functions.
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (Cal‑OSHA/OSHA/EH&S).
Foster a culture of ownership, safety, accountability, and operational excellence at every level.
Work in collaboration with Human Resources in resolving labor issues, employee relations, and supporting HR programs.
Skills + Experience Required
7–10+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment; metal manufacturing, machining, or fabrication experience strongly preferred.
Prior experience as a Plant Manager, Plant Director, Operations Manager, or equivalent shop‑floor leadership role.
Demonstrated success running a production floor with multiple machines, varied job runs, and complex scheduling requirements.
Proven ability to lead hourly teams, supervisors, and frontline leaders in a high‑accountability environment.
Strong understanding of manufacturing KPIs, cost drivers, labor efficiency, and throughput optimization.
Hands‑on experience implementing Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement practices.
Comfortable working with ERP/MRP systems, production schedules, and capacity planning tools.
Action‑oriented leadership style with the ability to make decisions quickly and drive execution.
High integrity, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety and quality.
Management Style + Behavioral Traits
Hands‑On Leadership:
Leads from the floor, stays close to the work, and holds teams accountable through presence and follow‑through.
Leading by Example:
Demonstrating and fostering, by example, a sense of urgency, strong commitment/accountability, and sound decision making to achieve goals. Consistent and disciplined in following process, while pragmatic with a high propensity for action.
Business Acumen:
Knowledge of the competitive landscape and current and emerging practices within the industry.
Vision and Purpose:
Embracing and communicating Fabcon’s vision and its goals while reflecting a dedication to success which inspires and motivates.
Motivational and Inspirational:
Energetic with a “get‑it‑done” attitude while keeping the team enthusiastic about the business and the goals set ahead. Encouraging and inspiring colleagues to stretch beyond what they thought they could accomplish.
Ethics and Values:
Adhere to a code of conduct with a moral compass focused on the highest level of integrity and ethics.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Supply Chain and Manufacturing
Industries Fabricated Metal Products
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