Scope of Position
As Plant Manager, you'll have responsibility for the day-to-day management of a new cutting-edge, 75k sq. ft. CPG food manufacturing facility, driving excellence and efficiency every step of the way. We are seeking a proactive, accountable leader who thrives on details, remains calm under pressure, and always puts people first.
Responsibilities
Operational Management :
- Manage the plant including : production, sanitation, quality, warehouse, engineering and maintenance teams
- Develop plans, budget goals and goals to ensure business objectives are met
- Determine necessary resources (workforce, raw materials, CAPEX, etc.)
- Reviews project budgets to determine if they are feasible based on the scope of work involved
- Review and analyze relevant reports to guide business decisions around safety, production, maintenance and quality
- Provide leadership and training to accomplish company objectives
- Champion safety and ensure all unsafe acts and unsafe working conditions are addressed to completion
- Cultivate a culture of ownership, discipline and safety
Cross-Functional Collaboration :
Liaise with other managers to formulate objectives and understand requirementsR&D : Works closely with the R&D team to ensure new product developments are seamlessly integrated into production, coordinating trials and follow-up actionsSupply Chain & Logistics : Ensure raw materials and supplies are available for uninterrupted production by coordinating with the supply chain teamSales & S&OP Teams : Align production schedules with forecasts and marketing campaigns to meet market demand. Provide operational insights to support marketing initiatives and new product launches (and address customer service issues?)Talent & Culture (HR) : Partner with Talent & Culture for effective workforce planning, recruitment, employee development programs, employee relations and corrective actionsLeadership & Team Management :
Manage a group of 5 managers (direct), 5 supervisors and 100+ technicians (indirect), operating with transparent and accountable feedbackEnsure supervisors manage their teams efficiently and in accordance with departmental goals and OKRsMeet with direct reports on a regular basis and conducts performance evaluationsFoster a positive and productive work environment by putting people first and encouraging teamworkProvide leadership and direction to employees, ensuring clear communication of goals and expectationsRemain calm and effective under pressure, particularly during production issues or emergenciesQualifications
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Industrial Management or related field preferred, but not required (depending on experience)10+ years of experience in food manufacturing, with a focus on consumer packaged goods7+ years managerial experienceStrong background in SQF / BRC, FDA, and GMP complianceExceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skillsAbility to stay calm and make sound decisions under pressureStrong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solvingStrong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret and use data to drive decisionsStrong computer skills in either MS Office or Google Suite (Google preferred, can train)Lean Manufacturing, ISO, Six Sigma - desired, not required