Job Responsibilities
- Direct all plant manufacturing processes and ensure quality products while maintaining a safe work environment
- Plan and direct the layout of equipment, workflow and workforce utilization as well as participating in the procurement of raw materials, supplies and other production needs
- Planning and establishing work schedules, assignments and production sequences to meet production goals
- Review production reports and profit-loss statements
- Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
- Responsible for the day-to-day operations of all production employees
- Provide leadership and direction for overall production in accordance with our vision and values
- Inspire, train and coach team members on daily responsibilities, procedures, or process changes
- Monitor performance of each team member and provide feedback
- Work with Site Manager and Production Manager to improve manufacturing processes and ensure quality of products while maintaining a safe work environment
- Plan and coordinate efficient use of employees, materials, and machine to meet business goals
- Communicate necessary information and issues to employees and management
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree and/or 5+ years as a plant manager in a similar industry or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- Prior experience managing people in production, equipment, maintenance and/or quality control
- Ability to interpret production reports and P&L statements
- Strong background in maintenance with an understanding of processes and equipment
- Proficient in MS Office suite, web-based data management tools and Internet applications
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs., extended standing, walking, sitting, bending, climbing, working inside and outside, and use of fall protection equipment
- Able to perform job tasks in dusty, hot and/or cold working conditions
- Must wear company provided personal protective equipment – earplugs, hard hat, safety boots/shoes*, and protective glasses
