- Accountable for safe operations in WS#1, WS#2, and WS#3.
- Accountable for quality and output of the operations in WS#1, WS#2, and WS#3.
- Ultimately responsible for performance management of all employees. This will include performance reviews, goal setting, production goals, disciplinary action, career development and succession planning.
- Develops direct reports through teamwork, coaching and innovation.
- Working through the VP of Operations, General Manager/Director, Maintenance Manager, Warehouse Manager, Planning, PMC, QC Manager.
- The Plant Manager is responsible for quality control on shift by emphasizing safe work practices and a team atmosphere to obtain desired production and working conditions.
- Responsible for cost control and efficiency initiatives relating to the plant operations.
- Works directly with QC Manager for the quality control, samples and tests of products, process and utilities. Coordinate lab analysis and recommendations with operations.
- Daily requirements include start of shift meeting with all workshops, the verification of correct data, attendance of team members.
- The analyzing trends to predict production outcomes, inventory of raw material, recruitment, and retention of staff, and maintaining close interaction with the Maintenance Manager, Quality Manager and Warehouse. Manager.
- Maintains existing plant facilities and equipment, replacing or adjusting plant facilities and equipment when necessary.
- Critical skills include leadership of management team, safety practices, instrumentation, automated plant operations programs and an understanding of the chemical reactions required to produce products.
- Consistent attendance and is seldom absent from work. Is responsible for 24-hour operation and expected to respond to developing conditions and crisis situations when necessary.
- Actively promote company vision, mission, and values with employees, outside vendors, and customers
- Assign KPIs and monitor for each department through Toyota Production System (TPS)/5S/Kanban/GEMBA walk (Go and See) and company 8 Step Problem Solving.
- Present capital request justifications to the General Manager and VP of Operations.
- Communicate production performance to and carry out all directives from the General Manager.
- Effectively communicate with management team and other departments to keep them informed and resolve issues.
- Uses good judgment in advising activities and operating parameters for shifts.
- Establishes policies and procedures required to ensure plant cleanliness.
- Participates in maintenance planning to determine and plan required projects, status of ongoing projects, and scheduling of future projects.
- Safe work practices are a condition of employment. Report any safety issue or problem to your supervisor and safety coordinator immediately.
- Oversight of all plant operations and production for a products production facility.
- Maintain a high level of customer service and friendly atmosphere.
- Focus on continuous improvement (Kaizen) in all aspects of the job.
- Maintain a team environment with all other plant departments.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree or greater in related field highly desired.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in a processing plant environment, with an emphasis on strategic oversight flooring processes.
- Five (5) or more years’ management experience in an operating processing plant environment.
- Knowledge of Word, Excel and Outlook and the ability to learn and use new software applications.
- Proven ability to problem solves, resolve conflicts, and communication of standards, policies, and procedures.
- Proven ability to drive and teach continuous improvement.
- Must be able to build, maintain and contribute to a team environment.
- Is willing to lead by example and demonstrate servant-leadership.
- Is willing to resolve problems in a respectful manner.
- Individual desires to promote the collective interests of the team more than self-interest.
- Must be a self-starter, highly organized; able to work well within all levels of the organization.
- Has technical expertise in functional area flooring, extrusion, paint, and machining operations.
- Excellent organizational skills, communication skills, the ability to multi-task and work well as a team.
- Good people management skills and overall business managerial skills.
- Good business acumen and global perspective of the industry.
- Must be able to communicate clearly in English. (Bilingual in Spanish is a plus).
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $140,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Processing Plant: 5 years (Preferred)
- Plant Management: 5 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cartersville, GA (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cartersville, GA: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person