Plant Manager

Job Description

The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the operations of the manufacturing plant from coordination to overall production. The Plant Manager's duties include managing day-to-day operations, maintaining plant equipment, and developing strategies to optimize plant performance.

The Plant Manager will be required to work on-site 5 days a week.

Duties and responsibilities

Lead overall plant operations alongside a dedicated team to successfully meet production targets, while maintaining an outstanding level of safety and quality of diverse product lines

Take ownership of facility; continuously improve operational methods and meet production standards and cost parameters

Provide coaching and mentorship to plant employees

Control costs and monitor financials to meet budget

Review production and operating reports and collaboratively resolve production and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays

Focus on problem-solving and prioritize production issues/challenges

Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and organizational policies and procedures

Coordinate manufacturing activities and develop timely schedules to ensure production and quality products meet specifications

Ensure the operational performance of machines, equipment, and new product integration

Oversee the maintenance of the building, equipment, and security

Maintain a safe and healthy work environment in an engaged and collaborative culture

Other duties as assigned

Skills and qualifications

Several years' manufacturing management/leadership experience

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required

Strong operational delivery, business acumen, people leadership and change management competencies

Sound analytical thinking, planning, prioritization, and execution skills

Proven ability to lead teams, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and influence and champion change within a respectful, values-driven culture

Excellent communication skills with a passion for exhibiting optimism, providing vision, mentorship and inspiration to peers and direct reports

Profit/Loss experience is required