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.

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 operations and systems to ensure production 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, and 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 conditions to meet business needs.
• Prepare timely reports for distribution to internal customers; maintain accurate records and files.
• Perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What do I need to be successful?

• 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.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated skills or knowledge of managerial and supervisory skills.
• Demonstrated skills or knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis skills.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Strong analytical and mathematical ability.
• Ability to operate a computer and supporting software packages.
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to effectively implement change.
• Ability to facilitate meetings and lead teams.

Education/Experience

• Associates' degree in Business, Manufacturing, Production or related field
• Bachelors’ degree preferred
• 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. 

Work Environment

• Plant environment. 

• Some travel (10%)