Bachelor's degree in related field or 5 years of management experience in manufacturing.
Experience managing both union and non-union environments.
Strong working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
Background in manufacturing methods and process improvement.
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
Military experience may be accepted in place of education/experience.
Mechanically inclined with problem-solving skills.
Responsibilities
Direct and manage all aspects of plant operations.
Coordinate with departmental managers to meet manufacturing goals.
Promote and ensure employee safety across the organization.
Develop and control plant budget and financial performance.
Implement cost control measures for operations and labor.
Maintain and improve plant facilities and equipment.
Supervise plant management and provide leadership to staff.
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
401(k) plan with company matching contributions.
Annual performance-based incentives.
Generous Paid Time Off policy.
Tuition reimbursement for further education.
Community service day for employees.
Full Job Description
SUMMARY
Direct and manage all plant operations with overall responsibilities for production, warehouse/shipping, employee safety, maintenance, quality and other production-related activities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct and manage plant operations for production, employee safety, maintenance, quality and shipping and receiving.
Coordinate plant activities through planning with departmental managers to insure that all manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner.
Develops, coordinates and directs all efforts to promote safety throughout the organization
Develop and control budget, through active planning and understanding of the plant P&L
Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages and salaries.
Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
Controls and minimizes labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses.
Maintains existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary.
Investigates and recommend new equipment or process improvements
Provides leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives.
Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs.
Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
Provides direction, development and leadership to all supervision.
Onsite contact for government agencies, landlords and various other vendors
Actively participate with Regional Sales Management to develop and manage the Regional Operating Unit into a team oriented environment.
SAFETY
Wears all required PPE while in the manufacturing facility
Monitors the activities of all employees and provides feedback and discipline to promote a safe workplace
Oversees the development and organization of all safety related documentation
Insures that all required safety related training is conducted
Develops and implements employee programs to promote safe employee behavior
Audits equipment and the shop floor for safety related improvements
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervise all plant management and personnel.
QUALIFICATIONS
Mechanically Inclined.
Problem Solver.
Team Oriented.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree in related field or five years plant/general management experience in a manufacturing environment.
Exposure with managing union and non-union environments
Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements.
Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required.
Basic computer experience with Microsoft Word and Excel
The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Basic mathematical skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and converting fractions into decimals.
Ability to read a tape measure, micrometer and caliper accurately.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Manufacturing facility-exposed to heat and cold
Personal Protective Equipment required at all times
Controlled Noise exposure
Activity level is high-continuous movement
CLARKDIETRICH BENEFITS INCLUDE
Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance)
