Plant Manager
Mauser Packaging Solutions
Chicago, IL, United States
Full-time
Responsibilities :
- Leads the overall strategic planning efforts for the location, which include cost reduction initiatives, capital planning and resources, as well as in other areas
- Ensures that the facility provides the highest quality products produced in the most efficient manner within budgeted costs.
Implements systems to effectively manage production schedules properly supporting the business
- Monitors and analyzes key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement (daily / weekly / monthly)
- Heads the effort and drives Lean Manufacturing tools / techniques to foster continuous improvement and maximize productivity within the facility
- Profit & Loss oversight of the facility
- Acts proactively regarding problem resolution
- Manages the overall safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance, and other administrative functions for the facility
- Leads the effort in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient operation by working within all company guidelines and local / state / federal regulations
- Strives to improve the plant’s safety accident record year over year by creating a positive safety culture and environment for all employees
- Conducts weekly safety walks of the facility
- Trains, develops, and motivates staff in an effort to optimize the workforce. Delivers performance reviews and any feedback to the team as needed
- Conducts weekly staff meetings which focus on key operative measurements
- Schedules and conducts plant communication meetings for all employees
- Interfaces with customers and suppliers, visiting both as necessary
- Works to establish and promote positive community relationships
- Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements :
- Bachelor's or master’s degree in engineering, Operations, or Business Management
- Proven experience (7+ years) and a record of successes as a Plant Manager in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Experience with metal processing / metal forming strongly preferred
- Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams
- Experience in a commercial role with direct customer contact
- Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification a plus
- Solid understanding of production planning, quality control, and supply chain management processes, with the demonstrated ability to analyze data, identify trends, and implement process improvements
- Excellent leadership skills with the ability to manage, motivate, and inspire a diverse team
- Experience managing to the ISO or equivalent quality standards
- Experience implementing and / or managing to an Operating System (example : Toyota Production Systems)
18 days ago