The Plant Manager is responsible for general supervision of all phases of manufacturing operations including purchasing, production, quality control, receiving and shipping, hiring and training personnel, and facility/plant maintenance. In addition, the Plant Manager will be responsible for managing the demand/drive of all inbound materials, raw inventory levels and procurement strategies for the acquisition of raw materials, finished goods, supplies, and outside services. Will work closely with the leadership team to increase productivity and profitability within the manufacturing operation while optimizing how we service our customers.
CORE & ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Ensure implementation and adherence to health and safety procedures • Plan, implement and control the production schedule and adjust as needed • Work with human resources to effectively staff, manage and promote the operations team • Establish the material requirements planning effectively at the appropriate levels and team with the supply chain team as changes warrant • Make decisions about equipment use, maintenance, modification, and procurement in conjunction with plant, maintenance, and engineering support staff • Support the business with the development of standard operating procedures for existing and new equipment to promote workflow optimization • Ensure that standard operating procedures are being followed and that training programs are effective • Ensure that safety training is being followed and being delivered to the operations team effectively at the right frequency and interval • Monitor and review the performance of staff and organize necessary interventions for improvement • Ensure efficient collaboration and co-ordination between relevant departments including procurement, distribution, and management • Analyze production and quality control to detect and correct problems • Determine and implement improvements to the production process focused on continuous improvement (quality improvements, waste reductions, efficiency gains, etc...) • Establish KPIs and track for achievement and areas for improvement
o Safety performance - Recordable incidents/Lost Time
o Quality metrics - defect reduction or dollar reduction targets
o Productivity achievement goals
QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: • Bachelor's degree preferred - business administration, management, engineering, industrial technology, or equivalent • 5 years plus experience in leading and managing manufacturing team is required • Knowledge and experience in production and manufacturing processes and techniques • Knowledge in the converting, printing, slitting, and manufacturing process of papers and films is desired • Knowledge of quality systems and standards • Knowledge of health and safety standards and compliance • Background in continuous improvement methodologies such as Six Sigma, 5S, and lean manufacturing would be preferred • Background in human resource principles and practices • Mechanical knowledge of machines, tools, and TPM systems is desirable • Knowledge of engineering and technology principles and practices • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills • Computer skills • Planning, organizing, and coordination across multiple departments • Time management • Attention to detail • Decision-making • Effective communicator • Persuasiveness and ability to negotiate effective outcomes for team members and business • Influencing, leading, and effectively delegating • Teamwork • Conflict management • Adaptability • Results-driven
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, veteran status, marital status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, citizenship, sexual orientation, age (40 and older), disability (except where the disability prevents the individual from being able to perform the essential functions of the job and cannot be reasonably accommodated) or any other legally protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.