Plant Manager

Eco Material Technologies Inc • Wheatfield Township, IN

7h

About The Position

The Plant Manager assumes management and budgetary responsibilities for all operations at the plant level. The functional areas include production, quality, maintenance, facilities, and shipping. The role is accountable for the plant metrics of safety, quality, production output, labor & overhead expenditures, and customer order fulfillment. This position manages human and technical resources to meet company financial objectives. This role works closely interdepartmentally to recommend, develop, and perform to corporate objectives of operations targets, financial results, continuous improvement and product/process development. This position is responsible for the plant’s compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Creative problem-solving skills
• Concise communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and be flexible with changing business needs in a team environment
• Strong business acumen, critical thinking skills, and demonstrated leadership capabilities
• Strong mechanical, manufacturing and technical skills
• Knowledge of basic OSHA regulations within a manufacturing/distribution environment
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of budgeting, planning, and execution of operations targets and financial objectives
• Detail oriented with ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced organization
• Strong computer literacy: Microsoft Office required, manufacturing software (preferably SAP)
• Ability to interact successfully with both internal and external customers at all levels
• Ability to work independently, show initiative and take ownership, & work collaboratively in a team environment
• Effectively handle multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline driven environment
• Excellent judgement and character, and ability to represent the organization
• Ability to re-prioritize tasks and support different teams throughout the organization, based on frequently changing needs
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 3 - 5 years' experience in functional role

Nice To Haves

• Lean Manufacturing experience, preferred
• SharePoint experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Comply with Eco Material Technologies Safety Policies and Procedures and responsible for all aspects of plant safety
• Direct production to meet safety, quality, output goals, cost, and technology standards to meet customers’ needs while maximizing gross margin
• Responsible for all aspects of the plant’s quality program
• Direct activities by specifying, requesting, and integrating technological, process, and human resources to meet output objectives while maximizing gross margin
• Evaluates, recommends, and implements application of most current and appropriate manufacturing technologies
• Budget and forecast facilities, labor, fixed costs, and variable cost parameters – interface with finance function for project-level and department-level analysis and control
• Makes budgetary recommendations for capital expenditures, impact of growth or down-size company operations, and direct/indirect labor
• Makes final decisions on administrative or operational matters and ensures effective achievement of goals
• Formulates manufacturing policies, to ensure regulatory and environmental compliance
• Interacts with other departments to stay current on business requirements; plan and coordinate activities to support business requirements and financial objectives
• Development and management of intellectual capital through training and coaching
• Perform duties in accordance with Eco Material Technologies values of Excellence Integrity Collaboration Endurance
• Other duties as assigned by Director of Operations or Vice President of Operations
• Total work systems (e.g. TQM/ISO/Six Sigma) - Is committed to continuous improvement through empowerment and management by data; evidenced by – seeks to reduce variances in work processes
• Drive for results - Hits the goals and objectives with focus on the bottom line; evidenced by – is consistently one of the top performers
• Building effective teams - Identifies roles, jobs, tasks, rewards, and objectives with a group and defines success in terms of the whole team; evidenced by – builds strong teams
• Approachability - Putting others at ease so that they can be at their best; evidenced by – initiating contact, sharing information, is a good listener
• Customer focus - Customer is king; evidenced by – dedication to meeting needs and wants of internal and external customers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager