Chemical Manufacturing - Plant Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

The Plant Manager is accountable for the execution of strategic planning activities as they relate to the production and transportation of products in order to limit costs, while simultaneously improving safety, accuracy, and customer service. He/she will examine existing procedures and look for opportunities to streamline activities that increase Zeco’s ability to meet demand in a more profitable manner. Long term, this position will be involved in all areas as they relate to the direct movement, storage, and processing of both finished goods and raw material inventory for their specific site plant. Through collaboration with other internal departments, the Plant Manager will develop our business via continued process improvement practices, analyzing production and logistical problems, and offering solutions. This position directly supervises production, the distribution center, and driver personnel. He/she will carry out these supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and applicable laws.

EDUCATION:

Required: An Associate degree in Business; or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Management, Organizational Management, or a related field.

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Minimum 8 years of lean manufacturing experience and demonstrated proficiency in executing Operational Excellence initiatives.

Preferred: 4 years of managerial experience in a chemical production environment.

POSITION REQUIREMENT(S): Specialized Skills/License/Certification

Required: Advanced with metrics and reporting, as well as effective in collaborating with other internal departments to achieve department and companywide initiatives. Must be able to demonstrate sense of urgency and self-motivation; ability to work independently. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Computer literacy with ability to learn new computer software programs. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

Preferred: Six Sigma certification

CORE COMPETENCIES (Essential Job Functions)

• Direct the activities of the production and distribution within the facility/facilities.
• Oversee manufacturing and distribution operations including interviewing, hiring, training, directing, rewarding, and disciplining associates; appraising associate performance; and resolving complaints.
• Oversee the transportation of goods from production site to client.
• Order/approve testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements for equipment.
• Monitor progress of major shipments to ensure receipt.
• Ensure goods are stored properly and at the right temperature.
• Ensure inventory maintains optimal levels.
• Negotiate contracts and prices.
• Ensure safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the manufacturing warehouses and loading operations.
• Coordinate and schedule warehouse activities to meet and exceed customers’ expectations, while optimizing loads and minimizing work hours.
• Review all paperwork in order to plan work activities, schedule appropriate personnel and balance workloads.
• Manage expense accounts for department personnel.
• Support the order fulfillment process by working extensively with production personnel, customer service, shipping and Pro Logistics.
• Confer with Inventory Analyst to forecast demand and create supply plans that ensure availability of raw materials and finished goods.
• Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes and determine their effect on supply chain activities.
• Define performance metrics for measurement, comparison, and evaluation of supply chain factors, such as product costs and quality.
• Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, and optimize customer service.
• Complete special projects upon request.