Plant Manager
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Job Location:
Westfield, MA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 90000 - 125000
Posted on:
17 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About this Role:
As a Plant Manager you will be the driving force behind the seamless operation of a dynamic manufacturing facility. This leadership role encompasses managing all aspects of production quality safety and compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in food manufacturing and be adept at navigating industry regulations ensuring both production efficiency and a commitment to food safety. Your leadership will be critical in fostering a collaborative and efficient work environment while also identifying areas for improvement in line with corporate objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage plant operations including production warehouse maintenance quality control and shipping/receiving.
- Coordinate all plant activities to meet manufacturing goals in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
- Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives aligned with company objectives including labor shrink and overtime management.
- Oversee the integration of new equipment processes and products to ensure smooth operation while maintaining company standards.
- Provide leadership and training to team members to support company goals including the development and enforcement of SOPs.
- Schedule production and manage shipping preparation to ensure operational efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP SQF plans GMPs and regulatory standards at federal state and local levels.
- Collaborate with Distribution Sales and Customer Service teams to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Manage recruitment team development and weekly employee scheduling.
- Oversee inventory management for both raw materials and finished goods.
- Perform additional tasks as required to ensure the smooth running of plant operations.
Qualifications:
- Extensive knowledge of food industry regulations USDA standards and food safety protocols including HACCP and SQF.
- Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on production planning and anticipating operational challenges.
- Proven hands-on management experience capable of balancing multiple tasks and priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead and train teams effectively.
- Ability to work closely with cross-functional teams including Distribution Sales and Customer Service.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 5 years of experience in manufacturing management ideally in a process-driven or related industry.
- Experience in food manufacturing is strongly preferred.
- SQF Practitioner certification or relevant food safety expertise.
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Expense Management
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Six Sigma
- Management Experience
- Food Processing
- Operations Management
- Production Management
- Budgeting
- Plant Management
- Manufacturing
