Plant Manager
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About Us
We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperaturesensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Bestinclass engineering design and manufacturing combined with categoryleading brands in compression controls software and monitoring solutions result in nextgeneration climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead.
Whether you are a professional looking for a career change an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity or recent graduate with an advanced degree we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!
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If you are a seasoned Manufacturing & Operations professional looking for an opportunity to grow we have an exciting opportunity for you! You will provide leadership as the Plant Manager for our Copeland Vilter plant in the Milwaukee WI area. You will also be responsible for delivering plant operational goals and developing strategies that facilitate growth deliver profitable margins and material velocity. This role will promote a culture of trust and reinforce behaviors that encourage a growth mindset and continuous improvement. This leader will also work closely with the Materials Engineering Quality and Project Management groups. You will balance customer employee and shareholder needs to help drive the business. The Plant Manager reports directly to the Vice President of Operations and will collaborate with peers at other plants the Business Unit and the corporate level.
As the Plant Manager you will:
Commit to plant safety procedures and drive a companywide culture of safety first
Implement and handle cost effective process improvements capital and operating expenditures and costreduction program
Lead regular safety lean 5S inspections review performance to targets and pursue root cause analysis and countermeasure steps
Adopt the Copeland Business System as the operating platform to drive value stream mapping lean daily management and structured problemsolving.
Establish measurements and get results through lean and continuous improvement on operational critical metrics (Safety Quality Delivery Cost and People)
Achieve Operational objectives linked to business goals and effectively communicate progress to inspire ownership and accountability in employees
Develop a culture that embodies operational excellence core principles: respect everyone lead with humility seek perfection scientific thinking process focus quality at the source flow and pull value think systematically constancy of purpose customer value
Lead the team with high expectations building a culture of candor trust and strong performance modeling core values of partnership respect innovation responsibility and excellence
Develop talent at all levels within the plant organization and mitigate talent gaps to cultivate an impactful organization with deep bench strength
Provide regular performance feedback to employees while mentoring and counseling team members quickly and optimally to meet the companys expectations for both leadership proficiencies and goal achievement
Build influence and rapport with people across various levels functions cultures and geography
Gain insight into customer needs to develop solutions that also align with organizational needs
Participate in sales inventory and operations planning sessions to develop operations objectives in support of organizational goals and customer support
Model high standards of honesty and integrity and assure others think and act similarly
Required education experiences & skills:
Prior plant management experience
Bachelor of Science degree in a technical engineering or business discipline; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience
Experience driving lean manufacturing initiatives and production improvement programs
Ten 10 years of operations and/or businessrelated experience and consistent track record of progressive levels of leadership in business technical or manufacturing management roles
Excellent communication skills including written verbal and presentation ability with a focus on the customer
Strong analytical and data leadership skills
Strong social skills enabling collaboration in a teamoriented environment
Highquality decision making even in the face of uncertainty or when incomplete information is available
Handson leader who possesses a high level of drive integrity accountability and energy to connect with all levels of employees
Occasional travel for trainings meetings and events up to 15 of the time
Preferred education experiences & skills:
Prior experience in Industrial setting (low volume / high variability)
Experience in a Union environment
Experience with customerfacing engagement
Graduatelevel education in business technical or engineering field
Relevant business insight into Industrial industry and customer needs
Experience with the deployment of automation
Onsite Work Arrangement:
This role is based fully onsite and not eligible for hybrid or remote work opportunities
Why Work in the Greater Milwaukee Area
Cudahy is a quaint community located in Milwaukee County where clean neighborhoods mingle with acres of parkland major transportation access and bigcity attractions all within an arms reach with a smalltown feel. Cudahy has six county parks and 823 acres of parkland seasonal farmers markets in front of City Hall and an extravagant Fourth of July celebration. With lots of community involvement the city has many familyfriendly events throughout the year.
The area is home to several major league sports teams including the Milwaukee Bucks and Milwaukee Brewers with Lambeau Field home of the Green Bay Packers just 2 hours away!
Traveling in and out of the area is also a breeze! General Mitchell International Airport is just minutes away with Chicago OHare International Airport just a little over an hour away.
About Our Location
The 150year history of the Vilter brand tells a rich story of perseverance and drive to cultivate continuous innovation within the industrial refrigeration and gas compression industries. We offer the latest products and solutions for industrial refrigerators and oil and gas compression. Approximately 225 employees work in Cudahy who all support a multitude of business functions. With the blend of businesses and functions represented under this one roof there are many opportunities for advancement within the Cudahy location.
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Our Commitment to Our People
Across the globe we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. Thats why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable futurefor our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations HVACR technology and cold chain solutions we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes from residential to commercial to industrial.
Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion openness and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal to make the world a better place. We invest in the endtoend development of our people beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership so they can thrive personally and professionally.
Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs: medical insurance plans dental and vision coverage 401(k) and more. We provide employees with flexible time off plans including paid parental leave vacation and holiday leave.
Together we have the opportunity and the power to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning heating and refrigeration and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!
Our Commitment to Diversity Equity & Inclusion
At Copeland we believe having a diverse equitable and inclusive environment is critical to our success. We are committed to creating a culture where every employee feels welcomed heard respected and valued for their experiences ideas perspectives and expertise. Ultimately our diverse and inclusive culture is the key to driving industryleading innovation better serving our customers and making a positive impact in the communities where we live.
Work Authorization
Copeland will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E F1 with OPT or CPT H1 H2 L1 B J or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex race color religion national origin age marital status political affiliation sexual orientation gender identity genetic information disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.
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Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
