What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at Kitchen Fresh Foods?
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Vice President of Operations and Human Resources. The Plant Manager is responsible for the entire operations of a manufacturing plant. This includes the management and coordination of daily activities to always ensure high performance and production. Other duties include ensuring company policies and procedures are followed as well as assisting in the onboarding process of new hires and providing training and educational materials to staff members.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Direct and coordinate daily operations of the manufacturing plant
- Oversee all levels of staff activity and performance
- Develop processes to increase productivity and enhance performance
- Ensure company policies and procedures are followed at all times
- Screen, interview and manage the onboarding process of new hires
- Provide training and educational materials to staff as necessary
- Monitor equipment and ensure that they are in good working order
- Repair or replace plant equipment as needed
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)
- Proven experience working in plant operations required
- Good understanding of regulatory requirements for operating plants
- Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting operational issues
- Proficient with Microsoft Office applications and computer technology
- Familiar with operating plant equipment safely and efficiently
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership and managerial attributes. Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
Education
· Four-year college or two-year technical degree preferred or four years of high school with 3 years’ experience