A rapidly growing building materials manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations at a key site.
- Greater Scranton, PA area
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and approve production schedules while managing staff to meet production goals.
- Maintain optimal inventory levels of finished goods and monitor daily stock.
- Conduct daily team meetings to coordinate activities and review shipment schedules.
- Analyze production efficiency reports and evaluate key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Ensure accurate completion of all daily production and quality documentation.
- Drive continuous improvement in product quality, operational efficiency, and manufacturing processes.
- Communicate facility goals and address quality issues with the team.
- Review and analyze product specifications, and investigate discrepancies or anomalies.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance Manager on non-conforming products and review testing and certification reports.
- Assist the Quality Assurance team during plant audits and inspections.
- Oversee monitoring of environmental systems, including air quality and waste management, ensuring proper reporting.
- Review records related to cleaning and maintenance processes, conducting random equipment checks.
- Assess and improve safety practices and standard operating procedures for manufacturing.
- Provide essential training, including safety, quality, and regulatory compliance sessions.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging innovation and process enhancements.
- Manage inventory of production materials and supplies.
- Ensure plant equipment is operational with regular preventive maintenance checks.
- Propose capital equipment upgrades and recommend process improvements.
- Oversee environmental reporting, including annual air quality and waste management submissions.
- Manage hazardous materials inventory and coordinate compliance with regulatory bodies.
- Promote a safe work environment by modeling safe behaviors and supporting safety initiatives.
- Collaborate with the EHS Manager to review safety programs and employee training.
- Conduct daily safety audits and ensure departmental compliance with safety standards.
- Lead CAPEX Projects
Supervisory Duties:
- Oversee management and employee activities, including hiring, discipline, and termination processes.
- Coordinate on-the-job training and development for staff.
- Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
- Manage employee scheduling for full-time and temporary staff.
- Review timesheets, approve payroll, and manage overtime.
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
- 5+ years of plant management experience
- Experience manning large facilities - 400 employee+
- CAPEX Project Experience
- Proficient in verbal and written communication for effective liaison with senior management.
- Leadership experience, including team development, coaching, and training.
- Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data entry, report writing, and tracking software (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel).
- Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.