Plant Manager

The Plant Manager will oversee operations which include environmental, health & safety, quality, production, maintenance, capital planning and execution in a cost-effective manner while meeting all customer requirements.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Support, mentor and develop plant management and supervisory personnel through regular coaching and formal development tools.  
• Lead all safety improvement initiatives and create a safety-based culture.  
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory agencies including, OSHA, EPA, HACCP and other local and regional agencies.  
• Prepare monthly reports, analyze financial budgets and take corrective measures as needed.  
• Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and ingredients shipped.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.  
• Review and lead local Capital Projects, planning process to ensure compliance and development of assets for ongoing success and improvement.  
• Ensure all personnel properly trained and equipment is in good working order to meet ongoing and future business needs.
• Assure all finish product shipped is in accordance with all quality standards and specifications.
• Effectively manage and reduce energy use at facility.  
• Manage local purchasing activities.  
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a supervisory/ management position in an industrial or plant setting.
• Rendering industry experience is a definite plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; Engineering degree is an asset.
• Labor relations background and leadership preferred.
• Detail oriented; highly organized.
• Ability to work well with internal staff.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter; self-motivated.
• Good math and computer skills.

Working Environment  

Occasionally = up to 20%  Frequently = up to 21% to 50%  Constantly - at least 51%

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise level, strong odors, and/or exposure to heat and cold: Constantly  
• Exposed to bio hazardous conditions: Constantly  
• Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals which mandate attention to safety considerations: Constantly  
• Exposed to Electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock: Frequently  
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment: Constantly  

Physical Demands  

Occasionally = up to 20%  Frequently = up to 21% to 50%  Constantly - at least 51%

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position: Frequently  
• Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location: Frequently  
• Operates a computer and other office machinery: Frequently  
• Must be able to position oneself to maintain computers in the lab, including under desks and in the server closet: Frequently  
• Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder: Frequently  
• Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions: Frequently  
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs