Plant Manager

Mauser Packaging Solutions•Charlotte, NC

About The Position

The Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the entire manufacturing facility, including safety, quality, efficiency, and meeting customer expectations. The role drives strategic plans to meet production goals cost-effectively and deliver expected financial results. The Plant Manager oversees facility performance and functions including safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance, and administration. The role leads strategic planning, continuous improvement, talent development, and efforts to maintain a safe, clean, efficient operation in compliance with company guidelines and applicable regulations. It also includes contact with customers, suppliers, and the local community.

Requirements

Minimum of a high school diploma.
Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in operations, maintenance, engineering, and/or process improvement roles, including managing teams.
Previous experience working in a Lean environment.
Proven experience and record of success in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
Experience in a commercial role with direct customer contact.
Minimum of 5 years of experience with process development and business process design.
Experience managing to ISO or equivalent quality standards.
Experience implementing and/or managing to an operating system, such as the Toyota Production System.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business Management.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience in plastic injection molding and metal processing or metal forming.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills.

Responsibilities

Ensure the facility produces the highest-quality products efficiently and within budgeted costs.
Implement systems to manage production schedules and support the business.
Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives and foster continuous improvement.
Proactively address and resolve problems.
Manage facility profit and loss, drive plant performance, and regularly review KPIs.
Lead strategic planning for the location, including cost reduction initiatives, capital planning, and resource planning.
Manage safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance, and other administrative functions.
Maintain a safe, clean, and efficient operation in accordance with company guidelines and local, state, and federal regulations.
Improve the plant's safety record year over year and foster a positive safety culture; conduct weekly facility safety walks.
Conduct talent reviews and train, develop, and motivate staff to optimize the workforce.
Deliver performance reviews and provide feedback to the team as needed.
Conduct weekly staff meetings focused on key operating measurements.
Schedule and conduct plant communication meetings for all employees.
Interface with customers and suppliers and visit them as necessary.
Work to establish positive community relationships.
Perform other duties as assigned.