Location: Sagola,MI, USA
Job Purpose
Responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for overall production operations for a single facility in accordance with the vision and values of the corporation. Give clear direction to drive the facility to meet all standards, policies & regulations for the safe, environmentally compliant production of a quality product. Ensure development and execution of the annual operating plan/budget and all continuous improvement initiatives and assume plant manager responsibilities as needed.
We'd love to meet you if...
you're energized by big challenges and creating a plan to meet the challenge
you enjoy working with others to deliver great work
you're innovative and looking for a values-driven, positive culture and environment
In this position you will have the opportunity to:
* Ensure safety of all employees and contractors working in operating unit or department by driving continuous improvement towards a true safety culture. This includes supporting all corporate safety programs; developing SOP's, identifying and eliminating hazards, and enforcing all safety rules.
* Ensure compliance with all standards and programs (safety, environmental, quality, maintenance and manufacturing policies and procedures)
* Lead, plan and participate in process improvement, cost reductions and continuous improvement projects as part of the site business plan.
* Direct daily production operations and systems to ensure production meets delivery schedules.
* Assist and participate with interviewing, selection and orientation process, has significant responsibility for the hiring process from recommendation to hiring and promotions.
* Ensure and maintain established customer focus for employees, effectively maintain positive relationships with key strategic external and internal customers/suppliers.
* Responsible for staff training, performance management/development, setting daily work schedules. Provide coaching and counseling on performance feedback, up to initiating and assisting with corrective action.
* Manage budgets and participate in forecasting activities to ensure sales targets are met and mill efficiencies are maintained
* In conjunction with Maintenance, ensure equipment supplies and mill facilities are in appropriate working condition to meet business needs.
* Prepare timely reports for distribution to internal customers; maintain accurate records and files.
* Some travel (10%)
What do I need to be successful?
* 5+ years' demonstrated manufacturing supervisory experience
* Or any equivalent combination of experience and training that demonstrates the ability to perform the key responsibilities of this position
* Maintain thorough knowledge of mill process and equipment, have workable knowledge of industry technological developments and best practices.
* Thorough knowledge of company product, policies and procedures
* Thorough knowledge of effective and efficient production and manufacturing methods
* Demonstrated skills or knowledge of managerial and supervisory skills
* Demonstrated skills or knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis skills
* Ability to facilitate meetings and lead teams
Education
* Associates' degree in Business, Manufacturing, Production or related field
* Bachelors' degree preferred
Work Environment
Combination of production floor and office.
Interaction with multiple layers of production and leadership