Our client is a leading manufacturing company with a significant presence across multiple states. With a dedication to quality and efficiency, we strive to deliver exceptional products to our customers while maintaining a sustainable and forward-thinking approach to our operations. As Plant Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operations, ensuring the highest level of productivity, quality, and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Management: Provide strong leadership and direction to the plant team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team to achieve operational excellence and exceed performance targets.
Operational Excellence: Develop and implement strategies to optimize plant operations, enhance efficiency, and reduce costs while maintaining the highest standards of quality and safety. Continuously monitor and evaluate processes to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions to drive operational excellence.
Production Planning and Scheduling: Develop and execute production plans to meet customer demand while maximizing resource utilization and minimizing lead times. Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth production flow and timely delivery of products.
Quality Assurance: Establish and maintain rigorous quality control processes to ensure that products meet or exceed customer expectations and industry standards. Implement corrective actions as necessary to address quality issues and prevent recurrence.
Health and Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards. Promote a culture of safety awareness and adherence to best practices to minimize workplace accidents and injuries.
Supply Chain Management: Collaborate with procurement and logistics teams to optimize supply chain efficiency, minimize inventory levels, and ensure timely delivery of raw materials and components. Identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements throughout the supply chain.
Financial Management: Develop and manage the plant budget, closely monitoring expenses and variances to ensure financial targets are met. Identify opportunities for cost reduction and revenue enhancement to improve plant profitability.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with internal stakeholders, including corporate leadership, department heads, and employees, as well as external stakeholders such as customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
Minimum of 6 years of experience in a leadership role within a large manufacturing facility, with a proven track record of success in driving operational excellence.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality systems, and supply chain management principles.
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve goals.
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software applications.
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement savings plan with employer match
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunities for career advancement and professional development