Plant Manager

Position Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, direct, and lead the day-to-day operations of the plant (including production output, product quality and on-time shipping)
• Develop and set quarterly strategic and tactical plans and lead team through execution
• Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining high quality standards
• Allocate resources (people, equipment, and materials) effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
• Monitor operations 24/5 and trigger corrective actions
• Develop systems and processes that optimize plant operations, and personally champion making them “stick”
• Work in close collaboration with the Director of Manufacturing and other plant/corporate resources on new products, equipment, and processes.
• Create a culture of trust and high performance among the workforce by role modeling Kari-Out’s values and leadership behaviors
• Develop processes and training plans to address gaps in safety, manufacturing, and maintenance programs
• Work closely with HR to recruit, onboard, train and retain high caliber employees (both with the front-line, technical and managerial staff)
• Partners with other functions (quality, sales, finance, purchasing) to tackle operational issues as well as longer-term projects (such as equipment improvements, acquisition integration, etc.)
• Proactivity address employees’ issues as needed

Desired Education and Experience

• A highly experienced manufacturing leader with 7 years of experience, preferably in a paper board manufacturing process or related industry
• BA/BS in Engineering, ideally Mechanical
• Proven track record of running a successful manufacturing operation, in particular driving both short and long-term systemic improvement and operational performance (hitting the numbers).
• Understanding of project management, continuous improvement, lean and High Performing Teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem solving, planning, change management and team development skills
• Basic to deep understanding of cost accounting, budgeting and variance reports.

Personal Attributes

• Building highly effective, collaborative working relationships at all levels in the organization inspiring trust and confidence in others. Practices being an ideal team player (hungry, humble and smart)
• Strong ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing)
• Rapidly builds trust with fellow employees
• Effectively leading change in a small business environment
• High level of self-determination and self-management (gets things done)
• Detail oriented, tech savvy, willingness to continually learn and embrace new approaches (growth mindset)
• Bias to action, calmly solves problems, follow-throughs, holds self & others accountable, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done
• Highly organized, ability to work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Work comfortably in a constantly changing environment and demonstrate the ability to be resilient in the face of uncertainty and stress.
• Has a high capacity for learning and potential to grow into positions of increased responsibility
• Solid fit with the Kari-Out’s values and culture

Compensation and Location

• The position provides a competitive base salary, a performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits
• Minimal travel is required. Occasional work on the off shifts may be necessary.