Plant Manager

Position: Plant Manager

Direct Reports: Leadership Team

Reports To: VP of Global Operations

Salary Range: $185k to $205k DOE

Bonus: STIP 27% LTIP

Relocation: Yes

Job Responsibilities: The Plant Manager will lead the plant team to achieve a best-in-class culture in Safety, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Discipline. Success is measured by meeting customer requirements and driving daily process improvements. Also responsible for implementing systems and processes that elevate performance across the business.

• Drive safety as a core value and ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives in housekeeping and 5S.
• Develop and mentor plant leadership and technical experts to build an engaged, best-in-class workforce.
• Create and implement a site vision aligned with company’s overall strategy.
• Develop and execute organizational strategy for the site.
• Utilize management systems to monitor and measure site performance.
• Ensure on-time delivery of quality products that meet customer needs.
• Control costs through operational and capital budget management and continuous improvement projects.
• Build strong relationships with internal partners (commercial, marketing, operations, supply chain, HR, Finance, R&D) and foster collaborative teamwork.
• Demonstrate proficiency in company competencies such as innovation, accountability, performance excellence, change and risk taking, customer focus, and teamwork.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical and Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration (with concentrations in Operations, Supply Chain, or Industrial Management) or closely related degree required.
• MBA or M.S. in Operations Management, Finance, or Accounting a major plus.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive operations and operations management experience with proven success.
• Expertise in managing significant change within a manufacturing environment required.
• Demonstrated success in organizational development and team building.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize and align organizational goals.
• Experience with continuous improvement techniques (TQM, DMAIC, FMEA, Lean, 5S, Value Stream Mapping). Six Sigma Black or Green Belt preferred.
• Leadership experience in a Union environment highly preferred.
• Process Safety Management experience a plus.
• Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.
• Experience in distribution and warehouse operations.
• Ability to speak Spanish a major plus.