Plant Manager - Avon, NY

Kraft Heinz • Avon, NY

145d • $159,400 - $199,200

About The Position

We're seeking an experienced and dynamic Plant Manager to lead our Avon, NY manufacturing site. If you're a seasoned manufacturing leader with a passion for driving efficiency, quality, and employee engagement, we want to hear from you!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant work experience in a manufacturing leadership role, preferably in the food & beverage processing or consumer packaged goods.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence, improving efficiency, and reducing costs in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Factory 'turn around' experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience in delivering results through Total Preventative Maintenance (TPM), lean manufacturing or equivalent standardized management system.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including listening, speaking, writing, and presenting, with the ability to engage and motivate employees at all levels.
• Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience in leading high-performing teams and driving employee engagement and people development.
• Proven record of stakeholder management.
• Knowledge of HACCP principles, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), OSHA and other relevant food safety and environmental, health and safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team, with a strong focus on building trusting relationships with employees, stakeholders, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Build a high performing team to enable factory and business success.
• Provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the site operates efficiently, safely, and in compliance with regulatory requirements, including food safety, environmental protection, occupational health & safety, labor relations, and other applicable laws/regulations.
• Oversee production planning, inventory management, employee training & development, maintenance scheduling, and other operational aspects to achieve business objectives.
• Foster strong relationships with suppliers, customers, vendors, contractors, government agencies, local authorities, trade unions, community leaders, and media representatives to drive business growth and community engagement.
• Develop and implement continuous improvement initiatives, such as lean manufacturing techniques or Six Sigma methodologies, to increase productivity, reduce costs, and enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement new technologies, automation systems, equipment upgrades, process improvements, and other initiatives to drive innovation and reduce waste.
• Analyze performance metrics, such as production volume, yield rate, defect rates, downtime hours per shift, and other key performance indicators (KPIs), to identify areas for improvement and drive data-driven decision-making.
• Lead team meetings, conduct regular performance reviews, provide feedback on individual performance, address grievances, and discipline employees when necessary to ensure a high-performing and engaged workforce.
• Communicate effectively with various stakeholders, including employees, management, and external partners, to convey information clearly and transparently.

Benefits

• Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family's needs.
• Wellbeing events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.
• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments.
• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training.
• Emotional - Employee Assistance Program, Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs.
• Financial - 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Food Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree