Watts Water-posted about 12 hours ago
Full-time • Manager
Onsite • Germantown, WI
5,001-10,000 employees

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead. This lean focused individual will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating operations for the assigned manufacturing facility. The Plant Manager is expected to drive improved results in safety, employee engagement, productivity, quality, efficiency, and profitability. This position will be responsible for the further development of best-in-class manufacturing practices including Lean. They will develop and deploy the operational roadmap necessary to bring our facility to the next level of operational excellence. This position is responsible for supervision of Production Supervisors and Maintenance. This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing. The Plant Manager is an onsite role and is based in Germantown, WI. This lean focused individual will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating operations for the assigned manufacturing facility. The Plant Manager is expected to drive improved results in safety, employee engagement, productivity, quality, efficiency, and profitability. This position will be responsible for the further development of best-in-class manufacturing practices including Lean. They will develop and deploy the operational roadmap necessary to bring our facility to the next level of operational excellence. This position is responsible for supervision of Production Supervisors and Maintenance. This position reports to the Director of Manufacturing. The Plant Manager is an onsite role and is based in Germantown, WI.

  • Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements, labor hours, cycle, and production costs.
  • Responsible for making moderate to significant improvements of processes, systems or products.
  • Ensures that the waste streams are appropriately identified, handled and profiled for disposal.
  • Manages the hazardous wastes program.
  • Reviews and updates the Hazardous waste management program and the contingency plan
  • Establishes plant standards and metrics for world class production floor organization and aesthetics.
  • Establishes key elements of tactical and operational plans with measurable contribution towards the achievement of results, with a focus on short to mid-term operational plans (1-2 years)
  • Execute production and quality control standards.
  • Develops and manages budget and cost controls for operation and team.
  • Obtains data regarding types, quantities, specifications, and delivery dates of products ordered; ensuring all established costs, quality, lead times, and delivery commitments are met.
  • Develops manufacturing process plan, including personnel requirements, material needs, subcontract requirements, facility needs, and tooling and equipment needs.
  • Coordinates manufacturing activities cross functionally and with suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources, machines, and equipment.
  • Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure cost control and prevent operational delays.
  • Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of plant operations, including compiling, storing, and retrieving production data for reports
  • Coach, develop and train staff appropriately for internal advancement and succession planning.
  • Manages, reviews and updates the Hazardous waste management program and contingency plan.
  • Ensures emergency response equipment is available and properly maintained.
  • Acts as an alternate Emergency coordinator, including assessing a situation involving the release of hazardous waste and the implementation of the contingency plan.
  • Manage a team of supervisors and experienced professionals (10-20 direct reports) who oversee departments of a plant team of 100-200+ employees.
  • Management of direct reports - setting goals, prioritizing workload, and measuring the work performed.
  • Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by Director of Operations or Company management.
  • Responsibility directly tied to Watts Values (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency)
  • Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university.
  • 10+ years of experience in diversified manufacturing operations.
  • This experience must include at least five years of being a plant leader of a manufacturing operation of comparable size.
  • Must possess high level of integrity, the ability to influence outcomes, a highly energized team-based work style, strong project management skills, and an overall profile which inspires confidence at all levels.
  • Proven experience in designing, developing and implementing continuous improvement/lean initiatives, and a leadership style which effectively aligns purpose, process and people.
  • Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices and procedures, as applicable.
  • Must successfully establish employment eligibility and satisfactorily complete background checks and required pre-employment testing as a condition of employment.
  • Advanced education and professional training (Lean) preferred.
  • Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
  • Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
  • 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
  • Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
  • Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
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