Plant Manager

Plant Manager, Winnfield, LA

Who we are:

At Arclin, satisfying the changing needs of our customers is at the center of everything we do. To accomplish this goal, we work to improve our customers’ products and processes by providing innovative, value-added bonding and surfacing solutions for the engineered materials markets, and agricultural and natural resources applications that address market demands for greater product yield and reduced environmental impact. In our firm commitment to this mission, we apply the highest standards for performance to these three principles: Trust, Value, and Innovation. Visit our website for more information on our Mission & Values.

Simply put, our people matter. Throughout our company, we encourage and value creativity and diversity as the way to do business. And for a very good reason — the quality and effectiveness of our products start with the quality people who make them:  our experienced professionals who understand our customers’ needs and processes.

Together, our team of more than 600 employees across 12 locations applies its talents and the latest technologies to developing thousands of advanced applications that drive customer success.

Who we are looking for:

We are currently seeking talent for a Plant Manager Job for our chemical manufacturing facility in Winnfield, LA location. Reporting into the Director of Manufacturing, this position is accountable and responsible for executing the required Standard Operating Procedures at each plant site to ensure “safe operations environment while delivering; the lowest manufacturing cost possible; meeting the product specification with lowest possible product variability; producing the order on time and complete quantities (i.e., “Customer Delight).  Included is the responsibility for establishing the budget and goals for the business and for managing performance against the budget and goals. The Plant Manager is also responsible for the development of the site organization, including succession planning and skill progression, eventually leading to promotion to roles with greater responsibility for both the hourly and salaried groups.

What You’ll Do:

• Displays all the characteristics of Arclin’s Leadership Model and outwardly communicates and expects the same from all deputies, peers and employees.
• Ensures that the operation and associated project work occurs in compliance with all Arclin policies and procedures including HSE and regulatory requirements. Meet all Federal, Provincial, State environmental requirements.
• Creates a team environment conducive to innovation.  Integrates the innovative thinking of direct reports, peers, project team members into decisions which benefit project outcomes, while building the capabilities of team members. 
• Achieves project or defined sub-set of departmental objectives within agreed time, cost, and quality parameters
• Produce products at the lowest possible cost through the continuous optimization of rate, waste and energy consumption, while minimizing labor density
• Explains context/rationale for team goals/deliverables to direct reports in ways which enable team members to fully engage their talent and business acumen
• Develops annual departmental plans and ensures that expense and capital budgets are aligned with functional and Business objectives.  Communicates broader plans and objectives while cascading work assignments to team members.
• Provides full cycle performance management support for direct reports; this includes: setting objectives, coaching and monitoring work in progress, coaching for career direction and skill development, providing formal feedback and recognition, communicating overall departmental and function strategic direction and progress against plans.  Removes barriers, gains access to resources and prioritizes the work of team members.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain visibility and experience with Corporate Manufacturing, Engineering & Supply Chain
• Serve as a member of Plant Leadership Team, supporting the success and growth of all employees on-site
• Support Growth & Innovation and Research & Development teams with New Product Development and New Product Integration

To be successful, you will need:

• Bachelors’ Degree in Engineering or Science required
• 8 years relevant manufacturing leadership experience
• Proven leadership skills and experience managing a plant of 40 employees
• Knowledge of resin manufacturing and/or paper treating
• Ability to deal with customer problems that have been elevated and/or to proactively approach customers to anticipate and manage potentially contentious situations.
• Demonstrated ability to read the pulse of the organization and to stay connected to proactively manage employee relations situations.
• Knowledge of HSE regulations for jurisdiction.
• Demonstrated project management and process improvement management.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer is a plus
• Ability to work well with all levels of personnel throughout the facility and the company
• Ability to operate safely in a manufacturing environment; this may include, but is not limited to potentially lifting up to 20 lbs., standing for extended periods of time, bending, crouching, stooping, rotating, climbing stairs, or any combination of the aforementioned, etc.

What do we offer:

Arclin’s employee benefits program offers competitive financial, medical and personal services. Our comprehensive package includes a broad array of plans, allowing employees to select benefits that best meet their needs and those of their families.

Major Benefits available to full-time employees include:

• Comprehensive Health Insurance: medical, dental, orthodontia (for dependents only)
• Company paid Life & Disability Insurance
  • Spousal & Dependent coverage available for purchase
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan – 401(k): traditional & Roth
  • Company match of .70c per dollar, up to 6%-, and 5-year vesting program available after 90 days of employment
• Employee Incentive Program (EIP) – At Arclin, success is never the result of just a single input, but a culmination of our entire team working hand-in-hand to provide value to our customers. As such, the fruits of our success are shared with every full-time employee via our Employee Incentive Program. Awards are paid mid-February of every year, and are dependent on company EBITDA performance
• Flexible, Paid Vacation, Company Paid Holidays, and two (2) floating holidays
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Programs
• Community Involvement Activities
• Relocation Assistance and more

Arclin is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Notice to Third Party Recruitment Agencies:

Please note that Arclin and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without an agreement, Arclin and its subsidiaries shall explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, shall be deemed the property of Arclin.

**Please note: The above statements are designed to outline the functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.**