Plant Manager

HACO Culinary•Manteno, IL

55d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a salaried position that reports to the VP of Operations, HACO US in the City of Industry. The Plant Manager is responsible for the manufacturing, maintenance, facilities functions and regulatory compliance of the City of Industry plant and includes developing and leading the people and processes in the areas of production, facility maintenance and execution of capital projects. Key partners in this role will be the VP QA/R&D to ensure food safety and product quality, the HR Manager to ensure the safety and welfare of the team, and the Sales team to meet customer needs, and the Controller to develop and achieve the financial targets.

Requirements

B.A./B.S. from a four-year College or University in related field (Business, Engineering, Food Science; MBA Degree a plus
Minimum 7-10 years of operations management experience required in the food industry
3-5 years in a Plant Management role or as Production Manager in a large company environment
2-3 years direct experience overseeing Plant Maintenance & Engineering functions
Solid background of managing complex, schedule-driven projects through leadership of cross-functional diverse teams
Be able to respond quickly to changing demands and priority, and demonstrate adaptability in stressful situations
Experience managing in a fast-paced plant operation in short shelf life product segment serving premier customers who hold high standards for service and quality
Work independently to analyze processes, identify problems and deliver solutions
Effective verbal, listening, written and interpersonal communications skills
Computer literate and proficient with MS Office suite of applications
Be able to work various shifts, weekends and holidays as require
Bi-lingual English/Spanish a big plus

Nice To Haves

Experience trainer, moderator, and facilitator in group settings

Responsibilities

Lead the continuous improvement efforts for productivity, product quality, customer service and safety ensuring company goals are met by overseeing the manufacturing and facilities operations and personnel.
Develop and manage the manufacturing, maintenance and facilities budgets for labor, material, and overhead including capital expenditures associated with the short and long-term strategies of the Company.
Monitor all phases of production to ensure that all procedures, specifications standards and budgets are met by maintaining effective communication with all employees
Develop and use goals, appropriate metrics and feedback mechanisms to monitor and lead continuous improvement efforts
Maintain even flow of work by being organized and planning, adjusting and making changes as needed
Ensure that financial objectives are met for budgetary control of all expenses including yield, labor, overtime, operating supplies and facilities expenses
Ensure that all administrative systems (including Ross ERP, payroll, employee training, performance evaluations, etc.) are fully supported with accurate, timely and complete data entry
Develop a hands-on, working understanding of the technologies and processes for making dressings and condiments
Keep up to date and on the leading edge of technologies and innovations in the industry
Identify, justify and implement new manufacturing technologies to enhance quality and drive down costs and support strategic direction for future product and process improvements within manufacturing
Mentor and coach managers, supervisors and employees for success and encourage the leaders to mentor and develop all personnel.
Oversee the leadership team by monitoring efficiencies, conducting reviews, counseling sessions, evaluations and by keeping up to date records
Ensure proper processing of product by monitoring all operations, including production, packaging, maintenance, etc., as well as equipment, cleanliness and personnel
Monitor and administer IFS and HACCP programs, insisting on accurate, complete and timely compliance
Ensure profitability of processing department by working with R&D to formulate products for quality and least cost maintaining high yields and minimum waste
Lead the plant safety initiative by insisting on a clean safe working environment, and that all employees are following prescribed safety procedures, including personal protective equipment.
Working with the support of the Human Resources Manager, manage GFF’s safety program ensuring compliance within OSHA regulations
Challenges the whole team to find creative solutions to challenges by facilitating an environment which exhibits a “can do” attitude for innovation and meeting objectives
Provide development/mentoring for team members by serving as a positive leadership role model