Job Description
The Plant Manager is responsible for managing all operations of the facility and implementing strategies to achieve production goals, improve efficiency, and ensure a clean and safe working environment for all employees. The Plant Manager will work closely with the General Manager to assist in capital expenditures, staffing requirements, and development while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the facility to ensure resources are operating to schedule and equipment is maintained and operational to maximum capability.
- Develop and implement plans for equipment and personnel, adhering to all safety and regulatory requirements to meet safety objectives.
- Generate and review reports on production performance and implement corrective actions as necessary to ensure continuous improvement.
- Set short and long term plant objectives and oversee production systems, process analysis and continuous improvement.
- Will have some P&L responsibilities.
- Provide support to the General Manager for administrative, safety, productivity, quality, and profit analysis.
- Provide technical support to sales and customers in meeting job specifications and requirements.
- Assist in the design and creation of structured training modules and orchestrate training and cross- training activities.
- Perform direct report employee evaluations based on training and performance requirements.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures, including employee relations, benefits, safety rules, disciplinary action, and attendance program.
- Strong understanding of Human Resource, Sales, Finance and Quality as they apply to a manufacturing environment.
Skills
- Strong knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma methodology and experience implementing it in a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate effective manufacturing process and system improvements.
- Ability to lead and facilitate manufacturing team-based problem-solving efforts.
- Demonstrated leadership and mentoring experience.
- P&L experience preferred.
Qualifications
- 5-10 years prior experience at a senior level.
- Must have folding carton experience.
- Bachelor's Degree preferred.
