10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in an operations leadership role.
Proven success in leading manufacturing teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong financial acumen with experience in managing budgets, costs, and operational performance; P&L responsibility preferred.
Experience with Preventive Maintenance/TPM programs and spare parts management.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and facility management best practices.
Strong leadership and communication skills, capable of translating strategic objectives into operational results.
Responsibilities
Drive financial performance and profitability of the plant within budgeted parameters.
Participate in annual budget planning and monitor results, identifying variances and corrective actions.
Manage raw materials procurement, including supplier relationships and inventory levels.
Maintain an auditable preventive maintenance program and critical spare parts strategy.
Ensure a safe and compliant work environment meeting all regulatory requirements.
Communicate company strategy clearly to all associates to enhance understanding of their roles.
Build and sustain a culture of integrity and accountability, focusing on continuous improvement.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental Insurance options
Company Life Insurance
401(K) with company matching
Longevity Stock Program
Scholarship opportunities
Employee Financial Assistance Program
Paid vacation and holidays
Opportunities for growth and advancement
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities: Financial and Profitability Performance
Drive the financial performance and profitability of the plant, operating within budgeted cost parameters and delivering the site's budgeted EBITDA.
Participate in the annual budget planning and monitor results throughout the year, identifying variances and driving corrective action.
Manage raw materials procurement, including supplier relationships, pricing, inventory levels, and supply continuity, to control costs, protect margins, and keep production running.
Plant Operations and Maintenance
Maintain an auditable preventive maintenance program supported by a critical spare parts strategy.
Maintain visual management controls for plant processes, with a high standard of housekeeping and facility presentation. Maintain KPIs and dashboards that track site performance and highlight areas that need a timely response.
Safety, Compliance, and Communication
Ensure a safe, respectful, and compliant work environment that meets all applicable regulatory requirements.
Communicate company strategy and initiatives clearly so every associate understands how their role contributes to the company's success.
Leadership and Culture
Build and sustain a culture of integrity, accountability, and continuous improvement, with a high sense of urgency in solving plant and customer problems.
Set a high standard for labor utilization, providing strong leadership and accountability to maximize uptime.
Customer Success
Meet the needs of our customers through consistent product quality, dependable delivery, and responsive service.
Perform other related duties assigned or associated with the responsibilities of the position.
Performance Expectations: Success in this role will be measured by the following:
Safety and compliance: The site operates safely and meets all regulatory requirements, with a respectful, inclusive work environment.
Financial results: The plant operates within budget and meets or exceeds its budgeted EBITDA.
Budget and procurement:
Budgets are prepared on time with sound assumptions, and raw materials are sourced reliably and cost-effectively.
Customer satisfaction: Customer commitments for quality and on-time delivery are met consistently, and problems are resolved quickly.
Operational performance: KPIs are tracked and reviewed regularly, corrective actions are completed promptly, and uptime and labor utilization improve over time.
Equipment reliability:
The preventive maintenance program is current and auditable, and critical spare parts are available when needed.
People and culture: The team is engaged and accountable, understands company strategy, and takes part in continuous improvement.
Role Requirements:
10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including 5+ years in an operations leadership role.
Proven success leading manufacturing teams, establishing KPIs, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets, costs, inventory, margins, and operational performance; P&L responsibility preferred.
Experience with Preventive Maintenance/TPM programs and spare parts management.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and facility management best practices.
Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills with the ability to translate strategic objectives into operational results.
Physical demands: This position requires regular walking throughout the manufacturing facility, standing for extended periods, climbing stairs and ladders, and occasional lifting of up to 25 pounds. The role involves frequent interaction with production equipment and employees on the plant floor, exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and other manufacturing conditions, and the ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals to perform the essential functions of the position.
Benefits:
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Supplemental Insurance (Short- and Long-Term disability, hospital indemnity, accident, critical illness, supplemental life insurance)
Company Life Insurance
401(K) (Pre-Tax and Post-Tax) Roth 401(k) with company matching
