GOJO Industries

Plant Controller

GOJO Industries$111K — $153K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance or Accounting; MBA preferred.
  • Minimum six years' experience in finance or supply chain roles.
  • Proven experience in establishing financial forecasts, budgets, and long-term plans in multi-site manufacturing.
  • Knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma principles.
  • Proficient with financial, analytical, and data visualization tools (e.g., SAP/S4, Anaplan, Power BI, Tableau).
  • Ability to analyze complex systems while identifying specific issues and solutions.
  • Strong strategic thinking and analytical skills to connect data insights to business outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver financial and operational reporting for manufacturing operations.
  • Establish cost and performance targets, including forecasts and budgets.
  • Partner with Corporate Accounting to set standard product costs and rates.
  • Lead initiatives aimed at cost savings and improving working capital efficiency.
  • Participate in the Plant Leadership Team focusing on site performance.
  • Act as a trusted partner to the Plant Operations Directors by providing analysis and insights.
  • Collaborate with Operations Finance Director to drive supply chain performance improvements.

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching contributions
  • Parental leave
  • Onsite well-being care
  • Bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive health benefits
Full Job Description
Information about #32664 Plant Controller

Work Location: This role works on site at our Cuyahoga Falls Manufacturing/Distribution Center most days of the week

Role Objective

The Plant Controller is responsible for the financial planning & analysis, business partnership and operational control functions for one of two manufacturing campuses. This role ensures excellent financial and operational performance of Clorox Purell's manufacturing operations while safeguarding the company's Supply Chain resources and assets. This role will serve as a trusted business partner to one of our Plant Operations Directors, providing data, insights, critical problem solving and recommendatons leading to continuous improvement of our Supply Chain Manufacturing operations. Integral partner to SCLT (supply chain leadership team).

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

  • Deliver the financial and operational reporting and analysis for manufacturing operations at one of our manufacturing/districbution centers
  • Establish cost and performance targets, including financial and operational forecasts, budgets and longer range strategic plans
  • Partner with Corporate Accounting to establish standard product costs, including material cost inputs and standard labor and overhead rates
  • Lead cost savings and working capital efficiency initiatives
  • Participates in Plant Leadership Team, guiding and leading site performance
  • Provide trusted business partnership for one of our plant Operations Directors - support by providing information, analysis, insights, problem solving, strategy development and indirect leadership
  • Partner with the Operations Finance Director to drive Supply Chain Performance - including but not limited to cost reduction, margin expansion and working capital efficiency


Education and Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Finance/Accounting field required; MBA preferred
  • Minimum six (6) years' experience working in Finance, Supply Chain and/or other financial roles
  • Experience establishing cost and performance targets, forecasts, budgets and longer range strategic plans in a multi-site manufacturing environment
  • Applicable knowledge of Lean/Six Sigma principles
  • Experience using financial, analytical and data visualization tools (SAP/S4, Anaplan, Power BI, Tableau helpful)
  • Ability to see and understand whole system/big picture needs with the ability to drill in and solve point specific problems
  • Strategic and analytical mindset - ability to connect data trends and insights to business performance, driving recommendations
  • Ability to work in ambiguous settings while still managing to important timelines and milestones


Supervision/Coordination

  • Reports to the Operations Finance Director
  • Collaborates directly with SCLT, FP&A, Operations Finance, Accounting and multiple supply chain workgroups and Enterprise teams


Role Type

Mostly On-Site - 80%+ on-site work

Travel Requirements

Overnight Travel - sporadic - required.

FLSA Status

Exempt

Compensation & Benefits

The expected starting pay for this role is between 111,500.00 - 153,300.00 per year. Within this range, an offer will depend on factors such as level of experience and technical competencies relevant to this specific role, as well as internal equity considerations. In addition to base pay, all GOJO team members are bonus eligible. Click Here for a comprehensive list of benefits we offer including 401(k) match, parental leave, and onsite well-being care.

To Apply:

To apply for this position, please complete the online application process. You will have an opportunity to include your resume and a cover letter.

About GOJO Industries

GOJO Industries is a leading manufacturer of hand hygiene and skin care products. The company was founded in 1946 by Goldie and Jerry Lippman, and is headquartered in Akron, Ohio. GOJO Industries offers a range of products, including hand sanitizers, soaps, and lotions, under the PURELL brand. The company also provides a variety of industrial and automotive cleaning products under the GOJO and PROVON brands. GOJO Industries is committed to sustainability and has implemented a number of initiatives to reduce its environmental impact, including using renewable energy sources and reducing waste. The company has a strong presence in the United States and Europe, and is recognized as a leader in the hand hygiene industry.
Learn more about GOJO Industries
Size
2,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1946

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