Minimum of ten years managing a manufacturing facility
Five years of experience in liquid and compounding preferred
Strong knowledge of supply chain activities in manufacturing
Exceptional leadership and communication skills
Proficient problem-solving and organizational abilities
Flexible production scheduling to meet customer demands
Familiarity with DOT regulations and standards
Experience with multi-disciplinary teams
Bachelor's degree in engineering, production management, business management, chemistry, or related field
Preferred experience in process improvement methodologies like LEAN, TPM, 5S, or Six Sigma
Responsibilities
Plan and direct daily operations of blow molding, compounding, filling, blending, and packaging
Manage up to 100 personnel across various teams
Monitor supply chain activities for inbound and outbound materials
Oversee raw materials inventory management and production scheduling
Account for finished product inventories and warehousing
Coordinate transportation activities with third-party transporters
Manage maintenance for production and operating equipment
Develop strategies to minimize equipment downtime
Ensure compliance with environmental health and safety standards
Implement systems to optimize productivity and performance metrics
Align plant operations with strategic initiatives
Oversee accounting and administrative activities within the plant
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs
Retirement savings plan options
Opportunities for professional development
Supportive work environment focused on safety
Employee recognition programs
Full Job Description
Warren Oil Company, Inc., a leading automotive lubricant manufacturing company, has an immediate need for a dynamic Plant Manager for our Dunn, North Carolina facility. We are looking for a driven individual with strong manufacturing acumen and a track record in continuous improvement.
Duties and Responsibilities
Plan, organize, direct, and run optimum day to day operations of plastics blow molding, compounding, filling, blending and packaging activities in a fast paced environment
Responsible for the overall management for up to 100 personnel including supervisory, laboratory, production, and maintenance team members
Monitors and manages all supply chain activity of inbound and outbound materials used in production activities using technologies such as JDE, SAP, or similar programs
Management of the raw materials inventory ordering, tracking, and production work order process for all commodity and other materials used in the production process and in forecasting/scheduling in facilities
Account for all finished product inventories and warehousing operations
Oversee the rail and trucking transportation activities and working with third party transporters
Coordinate and manage the maintenance activity for all aspects of the production, storage, and operating equipment
Develop and maintain a proactive approach to minimizing equipment downtime through effective production scheduling and preventive maintenance programs
Responsible for maintenance and security of all buildings
Manage all facility production equipment, establish CapEx needs, develop and manage using the facility operating profit and loss
Maintain a strong commitment to and implementation of quality environmental health and safety programs to ensure workplace safety and compliance with all regulatory standards
Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets
Implement plant and other operating strategies that are in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus
Ensure that all required accounting, budgeting, and other administrative activity is being performed and managed by plant personnel
Qualifications
A minimum of ten years of experience managing a manufacturing facility
Five years liquid and compounding experience preferred
Working knowledge and strong experience of supply chain activities for manufacturing operations
Outstanding leadership and communication skills that enable ability to collaborate, gain trust and influence throughout operating facility and with all company personnel
Strong problem solving and organizational skills
Commitment to production scheduling flexibility to meet customer demands
Knowledge of DOT regulations and standards
Experience working with a multi-disciplinary team of professionals
Bachelor's degree in engineering, production management, business management, chemistry or other related field
Process improvement methodology experience preferred; such as LEAN, TPM, 5S or Six Sigma
