About Max Solutions
Founded by industry veterans Marc Shore and Dennis Kaltman, Max Solutions seeks to impact our customers, employees, communities and the environment through specialty packaging solutions that support the healthcare and consumer segments. We deliver this unmatched impact by investing in next-generation technology, building and supporting an exceptional team of people and never placing limits on creativity.
We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our team in Sturgis, Michigan.
Responsibilities
- Plan and direct production activities and ensure alignment with operational efficiency and cost considerations
- Coordinate productions activities with scheduling, procurement, maintenance, and quality to obtain optimum production and utilization of personnel, machines, and equipment
- Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with production specifications and / or operations production problems
- Prepare and submit reports as required
- Collaborate with the Supply Chain Department to develop and implement standard operating procedures to enhance product quality and address operational challenges
- Revise production schedules and priorities in response to equipment failures or operational issues
- Oversee the plant’s supervision / management team to ensure efficient plant operations
- Oversee and participate in the upkeep of presses and other machinery
- Build an effective partnership with the plant hourly staff to improve overall plant production
- Direct, maintain and enforce safety and environmental programs for the department
- Collaborate with Human Resources in the hiring process of new employees and training requirements
- Achieve Production KPI’s and promote continuous improvement with all staff
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Demonstrate a deliberate focus on Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Customer Satisfaction
Qualifications / Skills Required
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent experiencePrevious management experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the folding carton and flexographic label industrySolid understanding of manufacturing practicesStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsStrong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsAbility to organize and assign job tasks to employeesAbility to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environmentAbility to work individually as well as in a team environmentAdaptable / enthusiastic to change and committed to corporate goals and objectivesOperate and work near machinery safelyMax Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis that is protected by federal, state or local law