Plant Manager
$130-180 K base salary
Chicago, IL
Plastic blow molding experience is mandatory.
Our client is an industry leading plastics manufacturer . They are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic plant manager to lead their manufacturing operations. This is a great opportunity with stability and potential for growth. Come be a part of an incredible team!
Key Responsibilities
- Operational Management: Oversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, equipment maintenance, and process optimization for blow molding or injection molding lines.
- Team Leadership: Manage, mentor, and develop a team of supervisors, technicians, and production staff to ensure high performance and employee engagement.
- Quality Assurance: Implement and maintain quality control systems to meet industry standards (e.g., ISO 9001) and customer specifications, minimizing defects and waste.
- Safety Compliance: Ensure compliance with OSHA and other safety regulations, fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
- Cost Management: Monitor and control production costs, including labor, materials, and overhead, while driving initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
- Process Improvement: Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to enhance productivity and reduce downtime.
- Equipment Oversight: Manage maintenance and upgrades of blow molding or injection molding machinery to ensure optimal performance and minimal disruptions.
- Reporting: Provide regular reports on production metrics, downtime, and KPIs to senior management, identifying trends and opportunities for improvement.
Qualifications
- 5+ years plant management leadership experience in plastics
- 5+ years blow molding and/or injection molding experience.
- Extensive hands-on experience with plastic blow molding or injection molding.
- Proven track record in managing large teams and driving operational improvements in a manufacturing setting.
- Completed Bachelor’s degree.
