Plant Manager - Dover DE
Plant Manager - Dover DE
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Job Description
Were seeking an experienced and dynamic Plant Manager to lead our Dover DE manufacturing site the largest in the area and producing powdered beverages and desserts for iconic brands like JellO Crystal Light and KoolAid. As a key member of our leadership team you will oversee the operations of our 650employee site which features five production departments and 30 manufacturing lines. If youre a seasoned manufacturing leader with a passion for driving efficiency quality and employee engagement we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
Build a high performing team to enable factory and business success.
Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the site operates efficiently safely and in compliance with regulatory requirements including food safety environmental protection occupational health & safety labor relations and other applicable laws/regulations.
Oversee production planning inventory management employee training & development maintenance scheduling and other operational aspects to achieve business objectives.
Foster strong relationships with suppliers customers vendors contractors government agencies local authorities trade unions community leaders and media representatives to drive business growth and community engagement.
Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing techniques or Six Sigma methodologies to increase productivity reduce costs and enhance efficiency.
Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to implement new technologies automation systems equipment upgrades process improvements and other initiatives to drive innovation and reduce waste.
Analyze performance metrics such as production volume yield rate defect rates downtime hours per shift and other key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify areas for improvement and drive datadriven decisionmaking.
Lead team meetings conduct regular performance reviews provide feedback on individual performance address grievances and discipline employees when necessary to ensure a highperforming and engaged workforce.
Communicate effectively with various stakeholders including employees management and external partners to convey information clearly and transparently.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in supply chain management engineering or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing leadership role preferably in the food & beverage processing or consumer packaged goods.
Proven track record of driving operational excellence improving efficiency and reducing costs in a fastpaced manufacturing environment. Factory turn around experience is strongly preferred.
Experience in delivering results through Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM) lean manufacturing or equivalent standardized management system.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including listening speaking writing and presenting with the ability to engage and motivate employees at all levels.
Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in leading highperforming teams and driving employee engagement and people development.
Proven record of stakeholder management.
Knowledge of HACCP principles Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) OSHA and other relevant food safety and environmental health and safety regulations.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team with a strong focus on building trusting relationships with employees stakeholders and the community.
Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz strategy and values.
New Hire Base Salary Range:
$184800.00 $231000.00Bonus: This position is eligible for a performancebased bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.
The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidates geographic region jobrelated knowledge skills and experience among other factors
LongTerm Incentive (LTI): In addition to base salary and bonus this role is eligible for additional compensation in the form of equity.
Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare protection and savingfor the future we offer plans tailored to meet you and your familys needs. Coveragefor benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
Wellbeing: We offer events resources and learning opportunities that inspire aphysical social emotional and financial wellbeing lifestyle for our employees and their families.
Youll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role country region union status and other employment status factors for example:
Physical Medical Prescription Drug Dental Vision Screenings/Assessments
Social Paid Time Off Company Holidays Leave of Absence Flexible Work Arrangements Recognition Training
Emotional Employee Assistance Program Wellbeing Programs Family Support Programs
Financial 401kLife Accidental Death & Dismemberment Disability
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Dover PlantKraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race color national origin age sex sexual orientation gender gender identity or expression disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact .
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
