The posting
Plant Manager – Mechanical Solutions and Service Lafayette, IN
Do your best days involve solving problems and supporting your team? Can you balance operational excellence with exceptional customer service? Ready to take ownership and help shape what's next?
Mechanical Solutions & Service, a division of Kirby Risk, provides motor repair, field services, machining, and mechanical solutions that help keep our customers operating. We are seeking a Plant Manager to lead a skilled team dedicated to delivering quality work and exceptional service. This is an opportunity for an experienced leader to make a meaningful impact while helping drive the continued success of the operation!
What You’ll Do as a Plant Manager In this role, you'll provide leadership across all Mechanical Solutions & Service operations, balancing customer needs, employee development, operational performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
You’ll:
Lead all shop operations, including rewind, mechanical, machining, shipping/receiving, facilities maintenance, and customer service functions Drive operational excellence by coordinating resources to meet quality, delivery, productivity, safety, and profitability objectives Develop, monitor, and achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) that support operational and financial performance Manage plant budgets, forecasts, expenses, and profit-and-loss performance to achieve business objectives Lead recruiting, hiring, onboarding, performance management, coaching, employee development, and succession planning efforts Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement while ensuring OSHA and ISO compliance Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders, helping resolve complex operational and customer issues Partner with sales and customer service teams to support business growth, customer retention, and new project opportunities Drive process improvements, capacity planning, and workforce optimization initiatives to improve efficiency and service delivery Represent Kirby Risk with professionalism in every customer and vendor interaction
What Makes You a Great Fit
Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and/or 5+ years relevant work experience 4+ years of production management, plant management, or equivalent operational leadership experience Experience within manufacturing, industrial operations, or production environments Electrical and/or mechanical aptitude preferred Ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously while effectively meeting deadlines, maintaining attention to detail and organization Strong interpersonal, leadership, team building, and customer contact skills Excellent communication, decision-making and problem-solving skills Proven success leading teams and developing employees Ability to speak and listen effectively in various situations, from one-on-one to presenting to large groups Flexibility to support multi-shift operation Ability to lead by example, promote morale, and foster teamwork Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information Demonstrates computer skills and aptitude; Microsoft Office preferred Goal-oriented, self-motivated, and committed to continuous improvement
What to Expect in This Role
Ability to lift, push, pull, carry up to 50 lbs. Sit or stand for extended periods of time Walk Shop floor Ability to perform essential functions of this onsite role in a work environment with a variation of noise levels to include high to moderate noise due to hand tools, machinery, heavy equipment, robotics, moving motorized vehicles, alarms, vibration, and general conversations While performing in this environment the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration Maintains strong situational awareness, with the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changing environments and conditions Ability to differentiate colors, sounds, and pitches Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone This position will be working in an office environment, utilizing typical office equipment Occasional travel required Schedule: Monday–Friday
Why Kirby Risk? Founded in 1926, Kirby Risk is a trusted leader in electrical supply, manufacturing, and mechanical solutions. Our culture is built on hard-working, engaged people who treat each other—and our customers—with respect and urgency.
When you join Kirby Risk, you’re not just taking a job, you’re joining a company where you can build a career.
Benefits That Work for You We provide a complete package designed to support your health, career, and future:
Medical, RX, Dental, and Vision insurance Life insurance & Employee Assistance Programs Tuition reimbursement & on-the-job training 401(k) with company match & Profit Sharing Paid Time Off (PTO)
Apply today and help shape the future of Kirby Risk Mechanical Solutions and Service.
