About the Role
The Plant Manager will coordinate facility activities of the production department by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate employees.
Key Activities
Creates production orders and schedules to ascertain product data such as types, quantities, and specifications of products and scheduled delivery dates to plan department operations.
Coordinates with Facility Management to manage the preparation of blending, production, and sanitation schedules and manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meet specifications.
Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products using WMS systems.
Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays.
Responsible for enforcing all Human Safety, Quality, and Food Safety procedures and policies.
Reviews and signs off on related HACCP documentation, and alerts QA Supervisor and Production Supervisor of any discrepancies.
Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
Coordinates weekly staff meetings (all department managers).
Coordinates shift transition meetings to facilitate solid communication of pertinent information to oncoming and outgoing Production and Blending Supervisors.
Works to resolve worker grievances and alerts the Director of Plant Manufacturing and Human Resources Manager as appropriate.
Compiles, stores, and retrieves production data and reports. Reviews daily attendance reports and communicates changes and necessary information to the Payroll Department.
Completes production reporting requirements promptly.
Identifies and resolves problems promptly.
Displays willingness to make decisions and exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
Makes timely decisions and communicates changes effectively.
Manages competing demands and changes approach or method t• fit the situation best.
Able to deal with frequent changes, delays, or unexpected events and react well under pressure.
Responds promptly to customer needs and completes administrative tasks correctly and on time.
Preferred Skills
Manufacturing: 5 vears (Preferred).
Management: 5 years (Preferred).
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a four-year college or technical school, or a minimum of five (5) years of related food industry experience in a Plant Management role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as production schedules, inventory reports, sales forecasts, safety rules, motor carrier regulations, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
About Us
Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.
TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.
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