Senior On-Site Manufacturing Manager

Job Title:           Senior On-Site Manager

Reports To:       Paramont COO
Location:          10285 North Freeway, Fort Worth, TX 76177

Travel:               Less than 10%

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Who We Are:

Paramont Manufacturing LLC is a leading U.S.-based manufacturer of exterior body components for heavy-duty vehicles, serving major OEMs in the Class 8 Truck, Bus, and Construction Equipment markets. With operations in Washington County, VA, and Tarrant County, TX, we proudly design and produce industry-leading products including hoods, fenders, roof deflectors, fuel tank fairings, and bumpers.

Our products are found on countless vehicles seen every day, reaching OEM partners, aftermarket networks, and customers around the world. Utilizing superior materials, advanced molding technologies, and robust paint finish options, we deliver durability and performance that set the standard in the industry.

At the core of Paramont is our team of highly skilled individuals who work together to transform raw materials into finished products—all in-house—upholding our commitment to American manufacturing. We take pride in being a true Made in America brand, dedicated to quality, innovation, and the success of our partners and employees alike.

Job Summary:

Paramont Manufacturing is seeking an experienced and results-driven Senior On-Site Manufacturing Manager to lead and support the day-to-day operations of Paramont Mfg. LLC’s Fort Worth manufacturing facility. This position works closely with production, engineering, quality, maintenance, and other functional teams to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent manufacturing operations.

We are seeking a hands-on, personable manufacturing leader with a strong technical and engineering background and demonstrated experience supporting production in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will have a background in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing, or a related engineering discipline, combined with practical experience leading manufacturing or production operations.

This position requires a strong team-oriented leader who can work effectively with engineering and production teams, solve technical and operational problems, develop people, and build positive working relationships across the organization. The successful candidate will be comfortable working closely with senior leadership and ownership and contributing to the continued improvement of the facility, its processes, and its people.

Position Responsibilities Include

•   Direct and manage daily plant operations for production, maintenance, quality, shipping, and receiving. 

•   Coordinate plant activities with departmental managers to achieve production, quality, safety, and cost objectives.

•   Develop and execute production plans, schedules, and resource allocation to meet customer requirements. 

•   Participate in new product launches and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful production implementation. 

•   Monitor plant performance, productivity, quality metrics, and labor utilization; implement corrective actions as needed. 

•   Ensure required materials, equipment, and staffing are available to support production schedules. 

•   Lead and develop supervisors, team leads, and production personnel through coaching, training, and performance management.

•   Oversee preventive maintenance activities to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime. 

•   Promote continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence principles. 

•   Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and quality and environmental management systems, including IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001 and applicable automotive standards.  

•   Lead safety committee meetings, continuous improvement meetings, and production planning meetings while ensuring action items are completed. 

•   Promote workplace organization, housekeeping, equipment care, and environmental stewardship throughout the facility.

•   Build and maintain positive working relationships with employees, vendors, customers, and all levels of management.

•   Prepare reports, analyze operational data, and recommend process improvements to enhance plant performance. 

•   Work closely with engineering and production teams to support manufacturing processes, troubleshoot technical and production issues, and implement practical solutions. 

•   Provide operational input on new products, process changes, tooling, equipment, and manufacturing improvements, including supporting successful implementation into production. 

•   Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production methods. 

•   Collaborate with customers, suppliers, engineering, and production teams to resolve technical issues and support successful implementation of products and processes

•   Perform other duties as assigned in support of departmental and organizational objectives.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

•  Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related technical field preferred

•   Professional engineering experience in a manufacturing environment, with the ability to apply engineering principles to manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, materials, or product development preferred

•   Experience working with OEMs, suppliers, engineering teams, or customers on technical, manufacturing, quality, cost, or product-development issues preferred

•   Experience leading cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, or product-development projects from concept through production implementation preferred

•   Five (5) or more years of progressive experience in manufacturing, engineering, production, operations, or technical leadership, with demonstrated experience supporting or leading manufacturing operations

•   Demonstrated experience working closely with engineering and production teams to support manufacturing processes, troubleshoot issues, improve processes, and implement practical solutions 

•   Experience in a manufacturing environment involving composites, plastics, RIM/DCPD, SMC, RTM, injection molding, automotive, heavy-duty vehicles, or other engineered products preferred

•   Experience with ERP/MRP systems, production planning, purchasing, quality systems, and manufacturing safety practices preferred 

•   Experience with new product development, product launch, engineering changes, tooling, materials, manufacturing processes, or production implementation preferred

•   Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, quality systems, and applicable manufacturing standards preferred. Experience with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, or similar standards is a plus

•   Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

•   Proficient with Microsoft Office and other business software applications

•   Demonstrated reliability, professionalism, and commitment to workplace safety 

Skills & Abilities:

•   Strong leadership, team-building, communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills. 

•   Hands-on, approachable leadership style with the ability to build trust and effective working relationships across all levels of the organization. 

•   Ability to work collaboratively as part of a management team and partner effectively with engineering, production, quality, maintenance, and other departments. 

•   Ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, develop practical solutions, and make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

•   Ability to develop high-performing teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

•   Working knowledge of manufacturing operations, production planning, labor management, budgeting, and performance metrics

•   Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality, environmental compliance, and continuous improvement.

•   Professionalism, integrity, reliability, sound judgment, and discretion. 

•   Ability to work effectively with senior leadership and ownership and communicate technical and operational information clearly. 

•   Ability to support a 24/7 manufacturing operation, including on-call responsibilities.

Compensation & Benefits

·   Salary: $100,000- $130,000 per year (based on experience)

·   Health Insurance: Employer-paid premiums

·   Dental Insurance: Employer-paid premiums

·   401(k): 3% employer contribution

·   Life Insurance: $25,000 employer-provided policy

·   Bonuses: Biannual discretionary bonuses

·   Paid Time Off (PTO): plus 8 paid company holidays

·   Flex Time: Earning available for exempt employees

·   Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

·   Relocation Assistance may be available

When you join Paramont Mfg LLC, you become a member of its commitment to excellence, safety and the cohesive atmosphere that makes up its employee family.  As a Destination Employer in both Abingdon, VA and Ft. Worth, TX, we offer competitive compensation and benefits packages.  We require all associates to cultivate a positive workplace culture which not only enhances the products we manufacture but also the workplace environment for all employees.  We are a drug-free workplace and demand the fair and equal treatment of all our associates.

Paramont Mfg LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe in the value of a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive, people-first culture. Employment is at will and we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application process, please let us know. We do not discriminate based on disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

This listing highlights the main responsibilities but is not all-inclusive; duties may shift as needed.