Are you a seasoned manufacturing leader ready to take full ownership and P&L responsibility We are seeking an experienced results-driven Plant Manager to direct all day-to-day operations. This critical role requires a strategic mind a passion for safety and quality and proven expertise in optimizing production and leading teams.
As the Plant Manager you will be the driving force behind the facilitys success overseeing:
P&L and Budget Management: Full responsibility for facility budgets business planning and achieving operational goals within the long-term strategic plan.
Operational Leadership: Directing production scheduling engineering maintenance purchasing and logistics to ensure maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
Safety & Compliance: Assuming ultimate responsibility for developing and adhering to all safety practices procedures and local laws.
Team Development: Planning training motivating and evaluating the performance of subordinate managers/supervisors providing coaching and discipline as necessary.
Performance & Quality: Monitoring actual vs. planned performance implementing remedies and ensuring the highest quality of product and workplace.
Continuous Improvement: Developing plans for the efficient use of materials machines and employees with a focus on Lean Manufacturing principles.
Experience: A preferred combination of a Bachelors degree (Business or Engineering preferred) and 15 years of industry experience including at least 10 years of senior supervisory experience with exposure to all plant operations areas in pulp paper corrugated products or fiber molding.
Leadership: Proven ability to lead motivate select train and instruct personnel with sound judgment and decision-making skills.
Technical Knowledge: Thorough understanding of production/extrusion processes and manufacturing capabilities.
Process Improvement: Familiarity with and a successful background in implementing the concepts of Lean Manufacturing.
Skills: Excellent interpersonal organization and communication skills plus proficiency in using computer software for reports charts and spreadsheets.
Adaptability: The ability to thrive and adapt in a rapidly changing work environment.
Required Experience:
Manager
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