We're currently seeking a Plant Manager to oversee the production, maintenance, and quality assurance functions at one of our major locations in Mississippi. This professional multitasker will coordinate the plant's manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with company objectives, quality systems, and customer expectations. The ideal candidate will be exceptionally detail oriented and able to lead a team, serving as liaison between plant workers and upper management. This person must be dedicated to achieving operational excellence and have a genuine interest in helping the company succeed.
Objectives of this role
Ideate and implement strategic improvements for production, quality, and labor utilization throughout the facility
Provide leadership to ensure effective utilization of plant personnel and equipment
Collaborate with functional departments in the implementation of improvements
Investigate and implement innovative manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve product quality
Apply lean manufacturing principles in designing, specifying, and validating world-class manufacturing processes that achieve organizational goals
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate manufacturing operations for production, machinery, processing, and packaging departments
Ensure that production line schedules are in accordance with facility capabilities, customer requirements, and financial planning
Manage materials replenishment, quality standards, and performance metrics in support of organizational goals and objectives
Manage cost structures for manufacturing by keeping operational expenses within budget allowance, and investigate cost-reduction measures
Create documentation protocols and ensure that all records of operations are properly maintained and reviewed
Required skills and qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Management, Operations, etc.
Ten or more years of experience in plant operations or engineering
Proven skills in leadership and supervision
Demonstrated understanding of lean manufacturing principles