Manufacturing Plant Manager

Intermountain Electric (IME) brings decades of experience as a trusted leader in electrical contracting. Founded in 1946, we began as a small company in Denver, CO, and have since grown to be part of the largest specialty contractor in North America. Today, we work with owners and contractors nationwide, delivering complex construction solutions across various industries, including aviation, mission critical, entertainment, and healthcare.

At IME, our people are our most valuable asset. We are committed to fostering a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and professional growth. Joining IME is more than just finding a job—it's about building a career with opportunities to advance and make an organizational impact. Power your future with IME and be a part of a team that drives success in every project.

Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME) is celebrating 80 years of powering progress across Colorado. Our office teams help deliver safe, smart, and reliable electrical solutions through our people and partnerships, the IME Way.

Through strategic planning, collaboration, and technical excellence, and guided by our values of Integrity, Safety, Ingenuity, Relationships, Craftsmanship, and Spark, we empower our professionals to innovate, support our field teams, and strengthen the partnerships that move our work forward.

Join a team where your expertise fuels the systems that keep communities running!

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Plant Manager is a senior operations leader responsible for the overall performance of manufacturing and assembly operations, including production, quality, safety, maintenance, workforce management, and financial results. This role ensures electrical components, assemblies, and modular systems are produced safely, efficiently, and in compliance with customer specifications and regulatory requirements.

The Plant Manager leads all plant operations, including production planning, materials management, equipment reliability, and labor utilization. They develop and manage supervisors, managers, and production teams while driving performance across key metrics related to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and cost.

This role champions a culture of continuous improvement, leveraging Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize processes, reduce waste, improve quality, and enhance on-time delivery. In partnership with executive leadership, the Plant Manager supports the company's modular manufacturing strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term business objectives related to growth, capacity planning, technology advancement, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operational Oversight

• Lead daily manufacturing and assembly operations to ensure production targets, customer commitments, and inventory requirements are achieved.
• Develop and execute production plans, optimizing workflows, labor utilization, and resource allocation to maximize efficiency.
• Monitor operational performance, identify risks, and implement process improvements to increase productivity and throughput.
• Ensure equipment reliability through preventive maintenance programs and timely resolution of operational issues to minimize downtime.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain complete project documentation and quality standards and ensure all products meet customer specifications, industry requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Lead investigations into quality concerns, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA and other applicable standards.
• Lead regular status meetings to promote a culture of quality, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the facility.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team of supervisors, managers, and production employees.
• Provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to strengthen employee engagement, accountability, and career growth.
• Oversee workforce planning, staffing, and scheduling to support operational demands and maximize productivity.
• Foster a collaborative, safety-focused work environment built on open communication and continuous development.

Financial & Strategic Planning

• Develop and manage operating and capital budgets, ensuring financial performance aligns with established goals.
• Identify and implement cost-saving, productivity, and efficiency initiatives through Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.
• Partner with executive leadership on strategic initiatives, including capacity expansion, technology investments, and operational enhancements.
• Align plant objectives with organizational priorities to support long-term growth, profitability, and operational excellence.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Comprehensive understanding of manufacturing operations, with the ability to effectively manage production flow, inventory, and resource utilization to support business objectives.
• Demonstrated success building, mentoring, and leading teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and employee engagement.
• Strong background in operational excellence, utilizing quality systems and continuous improvement practices to enhance efficiency, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of applicable workplace safety regulations and environmental requirements, with a commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.
• Ability to interpret performance metrics and operational trends to make informed decisions and drive measurable improvements.
• Proven business and financial management skills, including budget oversight, cost containment, and optimization of operational resources.
• Skilled in diagnosing complex operational issues, identifying underlying causes, and implementing sustainable corrective actions.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to build strong working relationships across departments and organizational levels.
• Capable of balancing short-term operational priorities with long-term strategic goals to support organizational growth and scalability.
• Results-driven leader with a demonstrated ability to achieve and exceed performance targets related to safety, quality, productivity, delivery, and profitability.

Demonstrated Accomplishments

• Proven leadership skills with a track record of developing teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving positive project outcomes.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to risk identification and issue resolution.
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to interact professionally with customers, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and commitment to safety in both office and operational environments.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Expert knowledge of manufacturing or assembly operations
• Proven experience in a leadership role (e.g., Production Manager, Operations Manager, or Plant Manager).
• Licensed electrician, IBEW Journeyman or Master Electrician helpful.

Working Conditions:

The majority of the time you will work on construction job sites. When on construction job sites you will encounter typical construction conditions including extreme temperatures, noise, dust, mud debris, welding, leading edge, trenching, and shoring, sometimes in a confined space.  You may be required to visit multiple locations during any one day.

Benefits Overview:

IME provides an industry-leading comprehensive benefits package.  Full-time employees are eligible to choose from a variety of healthcare coverage options, which become effective the first of the month after hire.  In addition, employees are offered a substantial amount of PTO and are immediately eligible to make contributions to a generously matched and fully vested 401k. 

Salary Range: $119,000-$161,000

*Final salary and rates are based on education, experience, skills relevant to the role, and internal equity.*

Established in 1946, IME is part of Quanta Services, the largest specialty contractor in North America. We base our business model on always doing the right thing and pride ourselves in finding the best processes and practices in everything we do. As an electrical contractor, we install and service the power and lighting to commercial and industrial buildings in the Western US.

This job description outlines typical elements and criteria for the role at Intermountain Electric, Inc. (IME).  Other duties may be assigned as needed.  IME is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We follow federal, state, and local laws regarding the employment of individuals with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations as required by the ADA and ADAAA.  IME is committed to equal employment opportunities and does not discriminate based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or pregnancy, or any other characteristic or status protected by law. 

All employment decisions are made based on job-related criteria and the principle of equal opportunity.  It is important to note that the company maintains an at-will relationship with its employees and this commitment to equal opportunity does not alter that relationship.

IME strives to provide a safe work environment for its employees. Under applicable laws and regulations, IME conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.