Job Description

Plant Manager Job Description

We are currently seeking a Plant Manager for our facility located in Bedford Park, IL, 60638. As the Plant Manager, you will beprimarily responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the facility to ensure that the operations, maintenance, and manufacturing management standards of contracts are met in a cost effective, safe, and efficient manner by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Keeps facility and equipment operational at all times.

Supervises and schedules facility staff.

Controls costs of consumable items, coordinate with Purchasing.

Manages and monitors fiscal budget, operations to produce both short term and long-term profitability.

Manages the delivery and measurement of production.

Reviews, plans, and coordinates all job assignments, sets work priorities, makes cost-effective assignment decisions, and ensures the completion of projects in a timely, efficient and effective manner.

Oversees preventative maintenance schedules.

Ensures adequate staffing.

Makes facility cost saving recommendations when appropriate.

Manages and supervises facility personnel including hiring, promotions, recognition, discipline, and performance management.

Plans, directs, and monitors the performance objectives of operations and maintenance personnel.

Establishes process performance metrics; tracking, analyzing, and reporting performance in terms of quality, safety, and delivery.

Takes corrective action as required.

Resolves problems and/or conflicts.

Recommends solutions to management on corrective action for major or complex maintenance issues.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manages 20-30 employees in the Facility. Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

COMPETENCIES:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Intellectual

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
• Production machining or fabricating knowledge a plus.

Interpersonal

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Leadership

• Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust; mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
• Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results.
• Delegation - Delegates work assignments; matches the responsibility to the person; gives authority to work independently; sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; provides recognition for results.
• Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.
• Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; makes self-available to staff; provides regular performance feedback; develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); fosters quality focus in others; improves processes, products and services.; continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Organization

• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions
• Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; contributes to profits and revenue.
• Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; promotes a harassment-free environment; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect
• Organizational support - Follows company policies and procedures

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year College or university a plus; or five to ten years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of: Manufacturing ERP Software, Spreadsheet Software (Excel), Order Processing Systems, Word Processing Software (Word), Electronic Mail Software (Outlook)

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud industrial noise levels.

HOURS:

Monday thru Thursday 7:00am to 5:00pm

Friday’s 7:00am to 4:00pm

**Salary Range:**90K - 120K

You should be proficient in:

• Blueprint Reading
• Quality Inspection Experience
• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• Scheduling Experience
• Recruiting and Training Experience
• Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Root Cause Analysis
• Basic Computer Skills
• Customer Service
• Leadership / People Management
• Bachelor's Degree

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• ERP Software