Plant Production Manager (Glass Fabrication)

Plant Production Manager (Glass Fabrication)

We are looking for an organized hands-on Plant Production Manager to take ownership of all manufacturing processes at our plant.

The Plant Production Manager will oversee all daily operations of a glass fabrication plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring deadlines are met and policies and procedures are followed; they will be a champion of safety, quality, and productivity.
Responsibilities:
· Planning, organizing, directing, and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations

· Assuring compliance with legal regulations

· Analyzing and controlling costs and budgetary restrictions

· Optimizing machinery and equipment with regular maintenance programs

· Overseeing a team of plant workers

· Responsibility for production output, product quality and on-time shipping

· Increase production, capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards

· Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results

· Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus

· Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions

· Share a trusting relationship with workgroup and recruit, manage and develop plant staff

· Champion plant safety – Goal of Zero Harm

· Create and maintain a production schedule.

· Find ways to reduce production costs.

· Implement strategies to maximize production.

· Analyze workplace productivity.

· Develop processes to increase productivity and enhance performance

· Ensure company policies and procedures are followed at all times

· Screen, interview and manage the onboarding process of new hires

· Provide training and educational materials to staff as necessary

· Monitor equipment and ensure that they are in good working order

· Repair or replace plant equipment as needed
Qualifications/Requirements:
· Prior experience as a plant production manager

· Experience in the Glass Industry

· Knowledge of health and safety laws

· Excellent interpersonal skills

· Basic computer literacy

· Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)

· Familiarity with industry standard equipment and technical expertise

· Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory, and stewardship processes

· Strong team building, decision-making, and people management skills

• Good understanding of regulatory requirements for operating plants
• Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting operational issues
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong leadership and managerial attributes
• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
• Able to sit, stand and walk around for long periods at a time

What We Offer:
· Competitive Compensation Package ($60K to $75K) depending on experience

· Competitive Benefits Package

· Opportunity to join a new venture that is poised for significant growth

· Family like atmosphere that values safety, respect, and cooperation

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $60,000.00-$75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Schedule:

Experience:

• plant management: 3 years (preferred)
• production management: 3 years (preferred)