The Plant Manager is accountable for all aspects of facility and grounds. Oversees and manages all phases of plant operations including processing, production, maintenance, warehousing, and distribution.
Responsibilities
- Oversee and coordinate all plant activities to ensure site budget and KPI’s are met.
- Provide leadership that mentors and develops our people and ensures a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- Manage employees by following company policies including coaching or enforcing disciplinary action for infractions.
- Ensures standards for product quality, equipment, and operator performance are maintained, and that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production.
- Oversee floor operations.
- Implement and enforce quality control standards.
- Ability to initiate recommendations on purchases of new equipment and improvements to plant property.
- Ensure orders are manufactured according to specifications, and the quality standards are met.
- Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards. Compile and analyze daily/monthly reports. Report on the performance of the production system for the management review process.
- Has a hands-on approach with the ability to recognize potential production and quality problems on the plant floor before they occur.
- Conduct regular inspections of the plant.
- Collaborate with other departments within the organization.
- Coordinate maintenance and repair of plant equipment by working with Maintenance Manager to ensure PM program is being completed timely.
- Accountable to ensure all regulatory and SQF audits receive satisfactory ratings.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- 5 years of people management experience.
- Strong understanding of HACCP, PCQI, GMP, and other food safety standards.
- Mechanical ability and understanding of equipment operations and line set up.
- Experience in ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and other relevant technology.
- Ability to independently manage projects and ensure follow-up and completion.
- Commitment to maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Work Environment
- This job operates primarily in the production facility. The facility can be a cold, warm and/or wet environment.
- Use of standard PPE (hairnets, safety glasses and beard nets, masks, and shields).
WORK HOURS: This is a full-time position. The demands of the business dictate flexibility regarding schedule; therefore, Saturday work can be part of the position. An average workday will consist of 9-10 hours per day (start times can be subject to change).
