Assistant Plant Manager - Lighting and Transportation
Valmont Industries2551 Valmont Dr Brenham Texas 77833-5418 Why Valmont We’re Here to Move the World Forward. Valmont impacts millions of people around the world every day, yet they might not realize the many ways. Our technology is helping feed the growing population, supplying the world with more reliable energy and access to renewables, enhancing connectivity in remote and urban locations to create a sustainable future and so much more. Simply put, Valmont is advancing agricultural productivity and reimagining vital infrastructure to make life better. Join a Fortune 1000 company that respects hard work, honors diversity and invests in our employees as we focus on creating the world of tomorrow, today . We are the modern workforce . Are you ready to move the world forward? Apply now. Assistant Plant Manager – Lighting & Transportation (L&T) Valmont Industries | Brenham, Texas About Valmont Brenham Valmont Industries is a global leader in infrastructure and agriculture, advancing the world's essential infrastructure through businesses serving Utility, Lighting & Transportation, Telecommunications, Renewable Energy, Coatings, and Irrigation markets. The Brenham, Texas facility is one of Valmont's largest manufacturing operations and plays a key role in supporting both the Utility and Lighting & Transportation businesses. Brenham manufactures steel structures that help deliver reliable electrical service and support roadway safety and transportation networks throughout North America. This position offers the opportunity to lead a critical segment of the business while contributing to Valmont's broader mission of improving life by connecting people and infrastructure around the world. Compensation & Incentive Opportunity Salary Range (Labor Grade 42): $122,900 - $153,600 - $192,000 STIP Eligibility: 15% Annual Discretionary Bonus Valmont Industries is seeking a proven manufacturing leader to join our Brenham leadership team as the Assistant Plant Manager – Lighting & Transportation (L&T) . This role is responsible for leading a critical business segment, developing high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering results that support the success of one of Valmont's largest manufacturing facilities. The Assistant Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day manufacturing operations of the Lighting & Transportation business at the Brenham facility, with accountability for safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and overall operational performance. This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Human Resources to achieve business objectives while building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and employee development. Reporting directly to the Senior Plant Manager with a dotted-line relationship to the Director of Operations – L&T, this position plays a key leadership role in executing strategic priorities, improving manufacturing performance, and ensuring customer commitments are met. Key Responsibilities Lead daily manufacturing operations for the Lighting & Transportation business. Develop and coach Production Supervisors, Production Managers, and other operational leaders. Foster a culture where safety is the highest priority and ensure compliance with company policies, environmental requirements, and regulatory standards. Drive accountability through visual management, standard work, and daily management systems. Lead production meetings and operating reviews focused on throughput, schedule attainment, and customer delivery commitments. Improve labor productivity, manufacturing efficiency, capacity utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Partner with Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering to improve equipment reliability, reduce defects, and implement sustainable corrective actions. Execute production schedules and recovery plans to improve on-time delivery and reduce past-due orders. Assists with Lean …