What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at Wilbert Plastic Services?
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Marmon Fastener Company
Job Title: Plant Manager
Location: Ashland, OH
Reports To: President, MFC
Job Overview
Lead and optimize Marmon Fastener Company’s production, order fulfillment, planning, and continuous improvement processes. The Plant Manager will be a strategic, hands-on leader responsible for driving operational performance, enhancing efficiency, and ensuring excellence across manufacturing, planning, and customer service. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with a strong technical foundation and the ability to foster collaboration and accountability throughout the organization.
Position Summary
- Develop and execute production plans that align with customer demand and company objectives.
- Monitor production performance to ensure adherence to quality standards, safety, and delivery targets.
- Identify areas for process optimization and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to improve workflow efficiency, productivity, and employee engagement.
- Partner with sales, marketing, and procurement teams to ensure accurate demand forecasting and production scheduling.
- Optimize inventory levels to balance service levels and cost efficiency.
- Develop resilient planning processes to mitigate supply chain disruptions and capacity constraints.
- Work closely with customer service and logistics teams to ensure on-time and accurate order fulfillment.
- Support rapid resolution of customer inquiries, complaints, and service issues.
- Analyze customer feedback and market trends to drive operational improvements and strengthen satisfaction.
- Oversee warehouse and distribution operations, including receiving, storage, staging, and shipping.
- Ensure accurate and efficient order picking, packaging, and delivery.
- Implement inventory control measures and error-reduction processes to enhance accuracy.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement and accountability across all plant functions.
- Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and related methodologies to reduce waste, improve flow, and enhance efficiency.
- Engage teams in identifying, prioritizing, and implementing process improvements with measurable outcomes.
- Track key performance indicators and communicate progress toward operational goals.
Qualifications
- Minimum 5 years of progressive experience in operations or plant management, preferably within manufacturing or supply chain environments.
- Proven track record of driving performance improvement and operational excellence.
- Strong leadership and people-development skills with the ability to motivate cross-functional teams.
- Experience managing production planning, inventory, and logistics.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills at all organizational levels.
- Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods of sitting, walking, and standing within a plant environment.
- Occasional lifting of up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to move between production floor and office areas regularly.
- Must comply with all required PPE and safety standards.
Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.