Plant Manager

About This Role

Direct and manage all plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and P&L, to ensure manufacturing objectives are met efficiently and cost-effectively.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage plant operations for production, maintenance, quality, and shipping and receiving
• Coordinate plant activities with departmental managers to achieve manufacturing objectives in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Develop and control profits, plans, and budget
• Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages, and salaries
• Manage capital asset maintenance
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards
• Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight, and repair expenses
• Maintain existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or adjust when necessary
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish company goals and objectives
• Promote safety and health awareness and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations

Requirements

• Minimum 5-7 years plant management experience
• Bachelor's degree in related field OR five years plant/general management experience including LEAN in a manufacturing environment
• Good understanding of LEAN tools to teach, create, implement, and sustain in a manufacturing environment
• Strong ability to coach, mentor, develop, and lead team members
• Experience and ability to run a P&L manufacturing business
• Ability to motivate a workforce including performance management, recruiting, retention and engagement
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook
• Technically proficient to troubleshoot mechanical and chemical upsets
• Ability to ensure safety, environmental and health concerns are addressed efficiently and effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field or five years plant/general management experience including LEAN in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 5-7 years plant management experience

Nice to Have

• Some project management experience

Skills

* Required skills