Plant Manager

Lancaster Colony Corporation•Luverne, AL

36d•Onsite

About The Position

The Plant Manager directs and manages all plant operations with overall responsibilities for production, processing, maintenance, human resources, sanitation, accounting, materials management, continuous improvement, and other requirements necessary for the successful operations of the plant. Assures quality and safety while achieving established objectives and profitability.

Requirements

BA/BS degree in a related field is required.
Background in manufacturing methods, quality control, and process improvement programs, preferably in a food-related industry, is required. Baking industry experience is desirable.
Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements is required.
Experience in warehouse and maintenance/mechanical fields is required.
Proven ability to drive results through key operational metrics.
Ability to appropriately set the course, mobilize talent, and run the business.
Operational excellence mindset.

Responsibilities

Engages the leadership team and the entire workforce to maximize productivity and job satisfaction. Leads by organizational operating principles, ultimately defining the culture and level of engagement at the plant location.
Coordinates plant activities through planning and communication with plant managers to ensure the objectives of the total operation are accomplished.
Sets strategic direction for the plant through annual master planning process.
Develops and executes all plans, budgets, and profits with a customer focus and business mindset.
Implements cost-effective control systems over capital assets, operating expenditures, and labor costs.
Establishes and monitors overall plant performance for production, quality, and safety standards.
Controls and minimizes overtime labor costs, maintenance/repair costs, downtime, and product re-work.
Maintains existing plant facilities and equipment; recommends replacement or adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary.
Provides direction, development, evaluation, coaching and leadership to the entire plant team.
Maintains good employee, corporate, and community relations.
Ensures proper scheduling, purchasing, accounting, record keeping, and inventory control activities/procedures.
Maintains plant standards for cleanliness, productivity, and maintenance.
Ensures compliance with quality, food safety, 5S, OSHA, and HACCP support programs. Assures conformity to all company, customer, and government standards.
Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and company policies.