The Plant Manager oversees manufacturing operations, manages production staff, reviews financials, coordinates production and inventory, and ensures safety and efficiency.
The Plant Manager reports directly to the General Manager and oversees all aspects of manufacturing and daily plant function; this includes management of Production Managers, Shipping and Receiving, and Maintenance. In compliance with pay transparency laws for the state of Illinois, compensation for this position is $90,000.00+ commensurate with experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Manages and develops department production managers and department leads in order to effectively oversee operations for delivering daily success with growth, safety, and continuous development mindset.
- Reviews production costs and product quality and modifies production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of divisions.
- Partners with department production managers and/or production leads to develop and implement plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
- Coordinates production, distribution, warehousing, and sales in accordance with American Excelsior Corporate policies, principles, and procedures.
- Manages inventory levels of raw materials and partners with necessary parties for purchasing in accordance with American Excelsior Corporate policies, principles, and procedures.
- Reviews operations and works with upper and subordinate management personnel to enhance American Excelsior Company operations.
- Prepares budgets and production plans and shares with leadership team.
- Leads efforts and accountability for maintaining a safe, productive, and positive work environment.
- Responsible for managing and overseeing maintenance department, its activities, priorities, effectiveness, and success.
- Completes annual performance reviews for direct reports.
- Other duties as assigned.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Preferred bachelor’s degree in leadership or management; minimum of a HS or GED with 5+ years of management supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Take a hands-on approach to leadership.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business reports, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and customary business documents.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the public.
- Fluency in English, both written and oral, is required.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical information.
- Ability to read and understand Profit and Loss Statements, Budgets, and general Production planning information.
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
- Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Benefits
- Competitive PTO
- 401(k) Match
- Health, Life, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Referral Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Financial Wellness Program
About
Since 1888, American Excelsior Company has manufactured and distributed products for packaging, cushioning, engineered foam specialties, erosion control, and a wide variety of engineered wood fibers. AEC’s nationwide manufacturing and distribution capabilities ensure efficient delivery from 7 manufacturing plants across the country.
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