Plant Manager

Novolex•Jackson, TN

About The Position

The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall day-to-day operation, leadership, and management of a manufacturing plant. The position reports to the Director of Operations and regularly reports on plant performance. Direct reports include all salaried plant staff, such as the Operations Manager, Quality Manager, Engineer/Maintenance Manager, and Process Improvement staff. Indirect reports include all hourly plant employees.

Requirements

A college degree in Engineering or Business is typically required.
At least 10 years of plant management-level experience in high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing and operations.
Well-rounded operations management experience, including a deep understanding of operations tactics, lean manufacturing, continuous improvement strategies and best practices, and process discipline.
Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
Excellent judgment and decision-making ability.
Ability to work toward company goals in an environment requiring creativity and latitude.
Ability to effectively set and communicate expectations and directives to manufacturing staff.
Results-driven, analytical, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with the ability to identify logical alternative solutions or approaches to complex problems.
Demonstrated presentation skills for interfacing with executive-level management and large customers.

Responsibilities

Prioritize employee safety and safety compliance.
Ensure product quality, customer satisfaction, and order fulfillment.
Continuously improve manufacturing processes and management methods to improve plant performance, workflow, and efficiency.
Oversee plant engineering and maintenance, including equipment and facilities.
Manage inventory and materials.
Plan and implement capital projects.
Manage the overall budget, spending, and headcount.
Assess and manage salaried staff and hourly employees within the plant.
Regularly report on plant performance.