Job Purpose
Responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for overall production operations for a single facility in accordance with the vision and values of the corporation. Give clear direction to drive the facility to meet all standards, policies & regulations for the safe, environmentally compliant production of a quality product. Ensure development and execution of the annual operating plan/budget and all continuous improvement initiatives and assume plant manager responsibilities as needed.
We’d love to meet you if...
… you’re energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge
… you enjoy working with others to deliver great work
… you’re innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment
In this position you will have the opportunity to:
- Ensure safety of all employees and contractors working in operating unit or department by driving continuous improvement towards a true safety culture. This includes supporting all corporate safety programs; developing SOP’s, identifying and eliminating hazards, and enforcing all safety rules.
- Ensure compliance with all standards and programs (safety, environmental, quality, maintenance and manufacturing policies and procedures)
- Lead, plan and participate in process improvement, cost reductions and continuous improvement projects as part of the site business plan.
- Direct daily production and maintenance operations and systems to ensure production and maintenance meets delivery schedules.
- Assist and participate with interviewing, selection and orientation process, has significant responsibility for the hiring process from recommendation to hiring and promotions.
- Ensure and maintain established customer focus for employees, effectively maintain positive relationships with key strategic external and internal customers/suppliers.
- Responsible for staff training, performance management/development, setting daily work schedules. Provide coaching and counseling on performance feedback, up to initiating and assisting with corrective action.
- Manage budgets and participate in forecasting activities to ensure sales targets are met and mill efficiencies are maintained
- In conjunction with Maintenance, ensure equipment supplies and mill facilities are in appropriate working condition to meet business needs.
- Prepare timely reports for distribution to internal customers; maintain accurate records and files.
- Some travel (10%)
What do I need to be successful?
- 5+ years’ demonstrated manufacturing supervisory experience
- Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position
- Maintain thorough knowledge of mill process and equipment, have workable knowledge of industry technological developments and best practices.
- Thorough knowledge of company product, policies and procedures
- Thorough knowledge of effective and efficient production and manufacturing methods
- Demonstrated skills or knowledge of managerial and supervisory skills
- Demonstrated skills or knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis skills
- Ability to facilitate meetings and lead teams
Education
- Associates' degree in Business, Manufacturing, Production or related field
- Bachelors’ degree preferred