Plant Manager The Plant Manager supervises, manages, and coordinates the safe production of quality products in a clean environment by overseeing and directing all operations in the plant. This position oversees the Floor Supervisors, Shipping & Receiving department, and is the lead for quality oversight in the plant. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS FOR THIS POSITION: Manages subordinate supervisors and/or production manager who supervise all plant employees.
Perform quality checks and approvals on the production floor as needed. Set & maintain quality, efficiency, and production goals and monitor progress. Report these out as needed. Track waste data and work with direct reports and other departments to continuously improve. Investigate quality complaints (NCRs) and determine corrective action procedures when applicable. Monitor and report on-time delivery goals and performance.
Ensure that the Production team works with the Maintenance department to coordinate and schedule machine repairs and preventative maintenance. Coordinate plant safety, environmental and training activities in cooperation with the Human Resources Department. Analyze changes in the industry, research innovations in equipment that can be adapted to company operations and make recommendations to maximize sales, product quality, and customer satisfaction Participate in regular safety meetings and training.
Approve time off requests for direct reports and plan for coverage and business needs accordingly. Act as backup to Floor Supervisors when coverage is needed. Coach and mentor direct reports through regular reviews and ensure that they are doing the same for their direct reports. Review and analyze production costs and product quality and modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of the plant.
Keep appropriate management informed of problems or situations that may affect the performance of the plant. Meet with customers, suppliers, and vendors as needed. Maintain a clean and safe working environment. Comply with company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations, including federal and/or state required environmental systems, OSHA Safety and Health rules, and standard operating procedures.
Attend NINJA Meetings. Regular and predictable attendance. Additional duties as assigned. PREFERRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED plus college and/or appropriate technical courses. Minimum 5 years’ experience in the corrugated industry as a supervisor. Experience with specific machine operations, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair. Machine specific experience: gluing, flexo printing, ink, and color, litho labeling.
Knowledge of various paper stocks, board grade combinations, POP displays and printing processes. Knowledge of products, machine limitations and costing variables. Knowledge of industry specific safety standards and OSHA regulations. REQUIRED SKILLS Strong team player; safety and quality conscious leader. Ability to work well with and speak to groups. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Good communication skills, verbal and written. Knowledge of computers and various production software systems. Strong attention to detail.