Benicia Plant Manager
Company: RIX INDUSTRIES
Location: Benicia
Posted on: March 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Benicia Plant Manager Location: Benicia, CA Job Type: Full time
Requisition ID: JR100029 RIX Industries is a technology-focused
company specializing in the design, development and manufacturing
of gas generation systems, precision compressor solutions, and
cryogenic cooling technologies for critical applications in Marine,
Aerospace, Land, Energy, Industrial, Medical, and Critical
Infrastructure markets. Founded in 1878, the company is
headquartered in Benicia, CA, and operates additional facilities in
Sparks, NV. Position Summary The Benicia Plant Manager is
responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Benicia Plant and
with the responsibility of overseeing the following: Management of
all production floor activities including assembly, testing, repair
and overhaul of Government or commercial owned products. Ensures
that aftermarket, field service and warranty customers are
appropriately supported. Ensures facility safety, security,
maintenance and coordinates repair & renovations. The Benicia Plant
Manager is a critical advocate and leader of a Continuous
Improvement (CI) culture and is responsible for driving change that
enhances corporate performance. Responsibilities Lead and promote a
comprehensive safety culture that ensures safe working conditions
and a strong safety culture. Ensure compressors, gas generators,
and associated assemblies are produced on schedule and meet
established quality standards. Monitor production progress and
labor performance, taking corrective action to maintain schedule
and cost targets. Lead all manufacturing operations, ensuring
coordination across departments to achieve production, cost, and
quality objectives. Coordinate with CSS (Customer Support &
Service) to support overhaul and repair operations, warranty
matters, and repair or parts quotations while maximizing service
profitability. Monitor workload, factory performance, and
work-in-progress using the ERP system (CSI) and operational
metrics. Establish and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to
improve operational efficiency and performance. Manage plant
operating expenses and departmental budgets while ensuring adequate
tools, materials, and supplies to support production. Maintain the
Benicia facility, infrastructure, and equipment, including
preventative maintenance for plant equipment and vehicles. Lead and
promote a comprehensive safety culture that ensures safe working
conditions and a strong safety culture. Recruit, hire, train, and
develop qualified personnel while ensuring departments are
appropriately staffed and cross-trained. Conduct performance
reviews for direct reports and ensure timely evaluations. Promote
clear communication across departments and implement visual
management tools to improve alignment and visibility of work.
Schedule production meetings, provide operational updates, and
perform other duties as assigned. Build and protect a culture
grounded in trust, where employees are accountable for producing
and passing forward only conforming product. Empower employees to
question potential nonconformance without fear of retaliation and
reinforce adherence to established procedures and standards. Lead
by example in demonstrating integrity and ensuring processes are
followed so that doing the right thing is always the easiest and
expected path. Apply proactive systems thinking to anticipate risks
and identify operational bottlenecks before they impact
performance. Champion a continuous improvement mindset by
simplifying processes, reducing waste, and strengthening
operational efficiency. Foster collaborative leadership by
partnering with Engineering, Quality Control, and Supply Chain to
resolve issues and improve outcomes. Hold teams accountable while
maintaining professional respect and trust. Drive a sense of
operational urgency to accelerate issue resolution and improvement
efforts. All other duties assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Operations Management, Mechanical or Industrial
Engineering or Equivalent experience. 5 years' of progressive
management experience leading high-performing teams, with a proven
track record of meeting or exceeding operational goals. 10 years'
experience in the manufacturing of complex electrical mechanical
assemblies. 5 years' complex mechanical manufacturing systems
knowledge or hands-on experience. Considerable experience with
Lean/Six Sigma Manufacturing principles/tools and change
management. Experience with facility maintenance, environmental
health and safety, fulfilling Federal and State regulations, and
industry best practices for manufacturing compliance. Ability to
read and understand blueprints, structural drawings, schematics and
operating manuals. Substantial experience utilizing Enterprise
Resource Planning (ERP) and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
Advanced computer skills with the ability to adapt to a variety of
software applications. Ability to perform calculations such as
percentages, ratios and fractions with working knowledge of
geometry. Ability to analyze bottlenecks and implement effective
solutions quickly. Mechanical and electrical
fabrication/assembly/test method experience, particularly welding;
applicable to complex mechanical systems. Experience in the quality
assurance requirements typical of Defense and high end Commercial
customers. Ability to communicate with others to exchange
information both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills
to bridge communication between the production floor and senior
management. Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or qualified U.S. Person in
accordance with ALU 22CFR 120.15. Physical Requirements 1. This
position is regularly exposed to the following conditions:
Manufacturing, warehouse and office environment. While working near
moving equipment, mechanical parts and lift trucks; must have the
ability to follow safe operating procedures. May be exposed to loud
noise, fumes and/or toxic chemicals. 2. Must have the following
physical abilities: Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, stretch,
reach, and lift. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly. Ability
to sit or stand for extended periods at a desk or table as well as
machine tools or printers. Work Environment Production Compensation
$160,000 DOE Equal Opportunity RIX Industries is committed to a
continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons
have equal employment opportunities with RIX Industries, regardless
of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual
orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental
disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics),
marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender
expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic
information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related
conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of
the applicable discrimination laws and regulations). About RIX
Industries RIX Industries is a global leader in the design,
development, and manufacturing of hydrogen and gas generation
systems, precision compression solutions, and cryogenic cooling
technologies. Company innovation extends to newer technologies with
universal impact, including pioneering hydrogen-on-demand systems
for critical infrastructure initiatives worldwide. We take our
'focused on the future' mantra seriously - whether we're supporting
lifesaving oxygen generation strategies for remote medical
facilities, solving complex applications featuring industrial
gases, providing mission critical technologies for our military, or
engineering clean power solutions for land and sea. Infrastructure
is at the forefront of our vision, and we're poised to play a
critical role in shifting the world to cleaner, safer, better ways
of living and conducting business. At RIX, every employee is an
integral part of this big picture. Compensation details: 00 Yearly
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