Plant Manager at DuBois Chemicals in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Job Description:

Plant Manager


Bowling Green, KY, USA Req #931

Friday, April 29, 2022

For nearly 100 years, DuBois has delivered improved product quality and lower costs to customers in target industries. We combine advanced chemistry, equipment solutions, manufacturing process knowledge, and local technical service to create unsurpassed value.



JOB SUMMARY



The Plant Manager is responsiblefor management of the Bowling Green coatings removal facility, including normalstaffing of all shifts, maintenance, contract employees, and truckdrivers. This role involves managing to achieve a high level of customerservice, while controlling costs to stay within budgets; managing the workersto maximize productivity; and ensuring that labor and management meet theirobligations. The Plant Manager is responsible for enforcing all safetyrequirements and plant work rules.The role also includes frequentinteraction with internal sales representatives and customer contacts tosupport business growth as this plant has excellent potential for sales growth!



DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES



Manage and enhance safety andhousekeeping throughout the facility.
Drive continuousimprovement.Set high expectations for order and cleanliness.


Manage the plant team to meetdaily, monthly, and long-term objectives.
This includes on-the-floormanagement, goal setting and performance management, handling personnelmatters, development of training plans, etc.


Administration of overtime,personal days, annual evaluations, vacation schedule, and the plant work rules.


Identify and lead investments andorganizational changes needed to support sales growth, and improvements inprofitability.


Coordinate communication to ensuresite cohesion and culture.



DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS



Proven successful work experienceas a plant manager, 2+ years of leadership experience preferred.


Preferred 5+ years ofmanufacturing experience with exposure to manufacturing best practices andcontinuous improvement.


Ability to drive change,improve/create new processes in a fast-paced environment.


Adequate knowledge of business andmanagement principles (budgeting, capital expenditure, strategic planning,resource allocation and human resources).


Familiarity with industry standardequipment and technical expertise.


Knowledge of safety, quality,productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes.


Computer literacy, proficient withMicrosoft Office.


Ability to drive improvement inthe plant.


Strong team building,decision-making and people management skills.



EDUCATION REQUREMENTS



High School or GED is required.Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred.



PERSONALITY TRATS ANDREQUIREMENTS



Must possess solid leadershiptraits and be able to solve problems, make decisions, set priorities, andremain self-motivated.


A decisive and self-confidentmanner at setting priorities and interacting with other team members.


Attention to detail and awillingness to hold self and other responsible for adherence to establishedprocedures.


DuBois provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, service in the military, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and/or local law and/or regulation.
Other details

• Job Family Operations / Production
• Pay Type Salary