Mastec Inc

Director Plant Operations

Mastec Inc$135K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. or B.A. in Engineering or Operations preferred
  • 15+ years of experience in manufacturing and product development
  • 10+ years in senior leadership roles in manufacturing
  • P&L responsibility experience in management
  • Strong negotiation skills for contracts
  • Proven leadership with a coaching mentality
  • Understanding of ERP systems and business processes

Responsibilities

  • Lead all operational activities including procurement and manufacturing
  • Develop and implement strategic planning and headcount objectives
  • Provide leadership across Manufacturing, Engineering, and Materials Management
  • Ensure compliance with policies and foster effective operations
  • Plan and execute operations strategies aligned with financial goals
  • Balance strategic objectives with financial returns and asset efficiency
  • Implement safety and health programs effectively

Benefits

  • Affordable health insurance starting day 1
  • Generous paid time off, including unique vacation options
  • 401k matching and performance bonuses
  • 12-week parental leave and family support programs
  • Numerous growth and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement
Full Job Description
At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil®, 'all®, Loctite®, Snuggle®, and Schwarzkopf® and our cutting-edge technologies, you'll have countless opportunities to explore new paths and grow.

This position is with our Adhesive Technologies business unit - where we empower our people to transform industries and provide our customers with a competitive advantage through adhesives, sealants and functional coatings.

Dare to learn new skills, advance in your career and make an impact at Henkel.
What you'll do
  • The Director of Plant Operations reports directly to Vice President of Operations and is responsible for managing all activities related to operations management including the procurement, manufacture, and product support for the applicable business units supported by the plant.
  • Lead and develop strategic planning initiatives and headcount objectives by performing the duties outlined, personally or through subordinate supervisors.
  • Provides leadership to the functions of Manufacturing, Engineering, and Materials Management.
  • Lead and develop team for orderly and effective operations, ensuring compliance to all Henkel policies and procedures.
  • Plans, develops, organizes, and executes operations strategies that meet Henkel financial and strategic objectives.
  • You are committed to budget-oriented planning and results.
  • Make an impact by effectively balancing strategic objectives with financial return (profit) and efficient use of financial assets, including working capital. Manages all capital planning and expenditures.
  • Leads and develops innovative and cost-effective methods of manufacturing, labor management, material procurement and utilization, and business processes to position the business unit for continued growth.
  • Coordinate a best-in-class team for the implementation and execution of the Henkel Safety Health and Environment (SHE) programs.
  • Clearly communicate and ensure that Henkel Safety Health and Environment (SHE) rules, and procedures are in place to prevent injuries, minimize occupational health exposures and prevent incidents.
What makes you a good fit
  • B.S. or B.A. degree in Engineering, Operations, is preferred or related technical field.
  • Relevant professional experience, 15+ years preferred, in manufacturing and product development, including 10 years of senior leadership through plant/general management in manufacturing.
  • Professional comprehension and use of contract negotiation skills as it pertains to all aspects of the business.
  • P&L responsibility in general management or plant management in a manufacturing organization.
  • Leadership mentality with entrepreneurial spirit that is demonstrated by achieving desired results through others and building an effective management team through coaching and mentoring.
  • Possess and/or gain an in-depth technical knowledge of the applicable product lines.
  • Proven strategic and tactical skills, along with demonstrated problem-solving skills.
  • Proficient oral and written communication and presentation skills.
  • Comprehensive business process and systems knowledge, such as ERP, and the ability to identify and implement best practices.
  • Digital affinity for project management and systems background.
  • Great team player with hands-on mentality, possessing a strong work ethic, and high standards that link to exceptional business values and ethics.
Some benefits of joining Henkel
  • Health Insurance: affordable plans for medical, dental, vision and wellbeing starting on day 1
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid time off including sick, vacation, holiday and volunteer time, and vacation buy / sell program
  • Financial: 401k matching, employee share plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares, annual performance bonus, service awards and student loan reimbursement
  • Family Support: 12-week gender neutral parental leave (up to 20 weeks for parents giving birth), fertility support, adoption & surrogacy reimbursement, discounted child and elderly care, and scholarships
  • Career Growth: diverse national and international growth opportunities, access to thousands of skills development courses, and tuition reimbursement
The salary forthis role is $135,000.00 - $145,000.00. This is the range that we in good faithanticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We mayultimately pay more or less than the posted range and this range. This salaryrange may also be modified in the future.
Henkel does not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered Henkel property and therefore, Henkel will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

About Mastec Inc

MasTec is an infrastructure engineering and construction company that serves the utility, communications, and government industries. The company is specialized in the engineering, building, installation, maintenance, and upgrade of energy, utility, and communications infrastructure, including electrical utility transmission and distribution; power generation; natural gas and petroleum pipelines; wireless, wireline, and satellite communications; wind and solar farms; and water and sewer systems. MasTec was founded in 1994 and is based in Coral Gables, Florida.

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Size
27,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.4 billion
Industry
Net Income
$322.8 million
Founded
1929
5 Year Trend
+9.1%
Revenue
$6.3 billion
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