Assistant Plant Manager

 

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the daily control of labor, materials, and other plant costs to meet budget targets. 
• Plan and establish daily work schedules, assignments, and production output to meet production goals. 
• Implement and support plant, corporate safety, and environmental policies and procedures. 
• Responsible for facilities repair, maintenance activities, and annual inspections and testing such as, burglar, fire alarm system, and all activities to maintain a safe and functional facility. 
• Responsible for reporting building and lease requirements to property owner. 
• Lead a team of production supervisors and maintenance personnel to maximize safety and production initiatives. 
• Manage maintenance and production personnel to develop long-range strategies for preventative maintenance. 
• Review and evaluate employee performance and prepare annual reviews. 
• Maintain a clean and safe plant using lean manufacturing, 5S, and Six-Sigma methodology. 
• Mechanical and electrical facilities equipment installations (Vacuum Systems, sump pumps, chillers, etc.) 
• Knowledge in environmental/safety regulations and requirements 
• Knowledge and experience in Microsoft Project, spreadsheets, light CAD work, and drawing/design review support for facilities projects. 
• Knowledge and experience in reviewing and estimating construction project costs. 
• Knowledge and experience with working with a contractor labor force including all the trades and engineering consulting. 
• Monitor and manage maintenance overtime hours. 
• Perform analysis of equipment to solve problems, identify root causes, and implement corrective actions. 
• Create and plan capital improvement projects for the facility and production needs. 
• Possess a strong sense of urgency (Action Oriented), and the ability to transmit that sense of urgency to the Production Team in a constructive fashion. 
• Ability to set clear goals and expectations for self and for direct reports. 

RELATIONSHIPS

• Internal: Act in a consulting capacity to management, engineering, and other departments requiring technical guidance. 
• External: Work with vendors, contractors, and consultants as required. May guide and coordinate the procurement of prototype tooling and other support material and equipment. 
• Other duties as assigned 

EXPERIENCE

• A Minimum of eight years of experience; five years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a minimum of three years' experience in a supervisory or management capacity. 
• Proven success in a manufacturing environment of maintaining quality of product while improving efficiencies throughout the plant
• Experience working with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice)

EDUCATION

• Ideal candidates should have a BS level degree preferred in an Engineering discipline with five years of related experience in manufacturing. 

SKILLS

• Experience in technical areas including machine shop operations, welding, basic electrical practices, fluid power, pneumatics, and pipefitting. 
• Good computer skills specifically in Excel spreadsheets and ability to learn and navigate new computer systems. 
• Must have a high-level ability to furnish technical guidance to all levels of Production, Engineering, QA, and Management. Must have the ability to plan and coordinate projects and outside activities. 

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE

• Advanced knowledge of machine operation and ability to trouble shoot problems quickly and effectively. 
• Advanced supervisory and management skills. 
• Ability to set personal and department goals and objectives. 
• Able to communicate with all levels internally and externally. 
• Able to exercise good judgment on highly complex situations. 
• Capable of extended hours and on-call at all times. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

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About the Company:
U.S. COTTON

U.S. Cotton's mission is to manufacture and market high-quality products that support and satisfy our customers’ and consumers’ needs. Productively promoting innovative products that adhere to our four basic business principles – quality, value, performance and service will make U.S. Cotton the leading health and beauty aide cotton products company in the Americas. As the number one manufacturer of cosmetic and beauty aid products, our vision centers on the evolution of supply chain to demand better response, better service, and consistent improvements in speed to market. We also pursue diversification through seeking opportunities that complement our core competencies. As a team, we are driven to be forward-thinking leaders who strive to identify innovative solutions. Together, we challenge conventional methods in order to achieve the ultimate experience in operational excellence, machinery capabilities, and technological advantages.

Company Size:
500 to 999 employees

Industry:
Other/Not Classified

Founded:
1983

Website:
https://www.uscotton.com/