Plant Manager

PLANT MANAGER

Job Summary:

This position will be fully responsible for all machinery and equipment, manufacturing, and administrative related processes at the site. The position will report to the company’s Operations Manager. Will be responsible for equipment installations, personnel hiring, orientation, and training; organizational design, and development of SOP’s related to a successful plant operation. The position will oversee, manage, and continually improve the day-to-day operation of the plant. Responsible for all production and production-related activities at the site. Will insure all employees continue to follow safe working procedures, and the wood pellets meet quality specifications in a timely manner while meeting plant cost objectives. The successful candidate will lead by example, help to develop the team, and prepare employees for future growth opportunities within the company.

Essential Duties & Job Responsibilities:

• Supervise and manage all plant functions, including Production, Maintenance, Incoming Raw Material, Outgoing Products by truck to the port, Safety, Quality Assurance, and Human Resources.
• Responsible for the plant's budget
• Supervise and manage effective corrective, predictive, and preventative maintenance programs.
• Supervise and manage all manufacturing processes and personnel to meet or exceed daily Production goals on a consistent basis.
• Safeguard the health and safety of all employees and avoid legal jeopardy through strict compliance with the site safety procedures and OSHA regulations.
• Safeguard all company assets, including intellectual property, against theft and/or damage through effective employee training, testing and certification programs and strict enforcement of company security and plant visitation policies.
• Ensure plant is fully staffed, employees properly trained and equipment fully functional at all times.
• Ensure the plant is staffed to operate efficiently and continuously look for opportunities for improvement.
• Leverage plant resources to meet or exceed all KPI’s, most importantly safety, quality, productivity, waste, and budget.
• Maintain neat, clean, well-organized and well-maintained operations, warehouse, and administrative areas.
• Play an active role in plant recruiting, employee relations, and performance management. Review and approve all new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers, and raises.
• Ensure purchase orders are approved and processed in a timely manner

Essential Duties & Job Responsibilities (continued):

• Ensure Manager’s software is being used to capture work orders, track parts inventory, and assist with preventive maintenance type functions
• Responsible for making sure plant is meeting storm water & air permitting checks/requirements
• Prepare and submit capital equipment recommendations, process changes, and building improvements
• Ensure policies and procedures are followed in the plant.
• Demonstrate safety in all activities; Lead by example and expect others to follow safety practices
• Will require individual to manage time due to office type duties and hands on plant operations & maintenance follow-up and assistance with plant employees

Other Qualifications & Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results.
• Ability to think and plan ahead.
• Computer literate must be familiar with current software such as Microsoft Office, Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, listening skills, problem solving skills and conflict resolution skills.
• Lean Mfg. certification or methodologies is a plus.
• Working knowledge of budgets, inventory management and scheduling.
• Background with manufacturing methods such as Kaizen training, process improvement programs and procedures is a plus.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions as long as the accommodations does not place an undue hardship on the company.

Mental:

Clear and conceptual thinking ability; excellent judgment, troubleshooting, problem solving, analysis, and discretion; ability to handle work-related stress; ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously; and ability to meet deadlines.

Physical:

• Must be able to stand and/or walk for long periods of time.
• Must be able to kneel, squat or bend.
• Must be able to work outdoors in hot and/or cold weather conditions.
• Have the ability to climb, crawl, stoop, kneel, reaching/working overhead,
• Be able lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Be able to push/pull up to 100 pounds.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 5 years (Required)
• Management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

Salary : $110,000 - $120,000