Plant Director

Company: Highline Aftermarket
Location: Council Bluffs
Posted on: November 6, 2024

Job Description:

The Plant Director is responsible for managing the blending, packaging, maintenance, and distribution operations within the facility. The individual in this position will ensure the company's strategic plans are implemented along with the responsibility of building a safe, quality, and efficient operation. This position is responsible for developing and executing expense budgets, along with capital improvement budgets.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function:

• Possess strong collaboration skills.
• Provide the vision for the facility to align with corporate direction for the company.
• Present data about the facility to upper management in a clear and concise manner.
• Develop strategies for improving safety culture in collaboration with the EHS corporate Manager.
• Evaluate processes, make recommendations, and implement improvements to optimize efficiency.
• Establish and document standard operating procedures and ensure adherence by the team.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs or increase productivity without reducing effectiveness.
• Lead team members in the development and implementation of lean manufacturing programs.
• Prepare, review, and distribute manufacturing and distribution metrics.
• Ensure performance and trending analyses are completed and corrective actions are executed.
• Lead the operations manager in managing budgets.
• Ensure proper storage, handling, receiving, and shipping of finished goods and raw materials.
• Collaborate with the EHS team to ensure awareness of safety policies.
• Identify, recommend, and implement changes to improve productivity and quality.
• Collaborate with engineering on relevant manufacturing information and technology.
• Lead team members through feedback, training, and encouragement.
• Establish performance expectations and provide regular feedback.
• Investigate performance concerns and implement disciplinary actions as needed.
• Collaborate with Human Resources on complaints and performance concerns.
• Manage the hiring process for direct reports.
• Adhere to established company values, practices, policies, and procedures.
• Maintain an open and candid working relationship with the supervisor.
• Demonstrate regular and punctual attendance.MARGINAL FUNCTIONSThe individual may be asked to perform other duties as requested.REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIESAn individual qualified for this job must be able to:
• Effectively supervise and lead large work teams.
• Demonstrate strong organizational and project management skills.
• Operate with an entrepreneurial mindset.
• Develop and interpret performance charts and graphs.
• Understand and use basic lean skills.
• Read and interpret scientific and technical documents.
• Work with mathematical concepts to solve complex problems.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of production and manufacturing operations.
• Lead and inspire team members.
• Efficiently operate a computer and demonstrate proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Effectively communicate with co-workers and customers.
• Pay attention to detail and pursue quality in work.
• Handle challenges skillfully and effectively.
• Manage projects and meet deadlines.
• Independently improve skills and job knowledge.
• Perform accurate mathematical calculations.
• Use equipment, resources, and time efficiently.
• Use good judgment in decision-making.
• Perform work safely at all times.
• Be professional in all interactions.MINIMUM EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, AND CERTIFICATIONSAn individual qualified for this job must have:
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Management, Engineering, Operations, or related field.
• Five (5) years in a Plant Manager position.
• Fifteen (15) years' related experience in manufacturing and/or chemical industry.
• Verifiable track record of effective leadership in a manufacturing facility.
• Six Sigma, Green Belt or Black Belt certification highly desirable.PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the Essential Functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.This is a desk-based job requiring the individual to remain seated for long periods and have the manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONSThe environmental conditions described here are representative of those encountered while performing the Essential Functions of the job:The individual will work in an office setting with average noise levels. While working in manufacturing and distribution facilities, the individual may be exposed to moving machinery, temperature changes, and loud noise levels.ADA/ADAAAThe Company will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.DISCLAIMERPlease read the below statements and sign to confirm your understanding. This is not an employment contract and does not alter the at-will status of employment.
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