Job Description

Description

Welcome. 

We’re glad you’re here. And we’re not just saying that. We’re glad we’re here too. We are proud of this company and take great pleasure to introduce you to the Watson difference.  

We are builders. 
For 60 years we have designed and built revolutionary and award-winning workplace solutions for some of the most dynamic and innovative companies. Our designs are functional, simplistic, and manufactured with a high respect for our environment and our people. We are proud to source the best talent and materials at our manufacturing facility in Poulsbo, WA. 

 

We are looking for a Plant Manager to be responsible for the overall results of a multi-shift manufacturing operation. This is an essential role to the company that achieves operational objectives in the areas of safety, on-time performance, quality, reliability, cost, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and talent management. It also leads and collaborates with various functional groups including Engineering, Planning/Scheduling, Information Systems, Purchasing, and continuous improvement to deliver results. A successful candidate will drive results and manage change through effective leadership and team development, as well as effective planning, organization, implementation, and execution. The Plant Manager reports directly to the VP of Manufacturing.  

 

 

What you’ll do 

Manage the Production Function 

• Supervise and coordinate production managers and team leads to ensure successful completion of the production schedule 

• Oversee daily Manufacturing operations to ensure reliability, efficiency and quality 

• Set and lead production goals to reduce expenses and increase productivity across all processes  

• Improve workflows to enhance throughput without compromising safety or quality 

• Oversee proper operator-level maintenance of production equipment and tools 

• Ensure safe use of equipment and effectiveness of Safety Committee by adjusting processes as needed. 

• Use and develop ERP data and/or reports as needed concerning scheduling, production goals, equipment and maintenance problems 

• Review and perform root cause and corrective action investigations in an effective and timely manner 

• Ensure successful change management as needed to support process improvement and new process implementation 

 

Manage the Production Team  

• Ensure all employees understand and follow company standard health and safety guidelines  

• Provide evaluation, motivation, support and guidance to all production supervision and employees. This includes approximately 5 direct reports and 100 indirect reports. 

• Oversee and coach employees, as well as recruit and maintain a motivated team of supervisors and leads 

• Lead department managers on improvement projects and create culture of accountability  

• Create schedules for employees to ensure optimum staffing levels  

• Organize a highly efficient workflow through schedules, responsibilities and adjusting duties as needed to maintain production line balance 

 

 

Qualifications

What you’ll need to know

• How to manage teams and processes within a manufacturing environment

• How to keep a factory on time

• How to take ownership of direct labor performance and budget

• How to drive for results and collaborate effectively

• How to set priorities to eliminate roadblocks and create focus

• How to initiate and lead changes in a manufacturing environment

• How to add value through successful financial management

Who you are

• Someone with a bias for action leading large teams in a highly dynamic environment

• Someone with 7+ years of supervisory experience in a production facility or similar environment

• Someone with proven leadership, communication, and employee relationship building skills

• Someone with an in-depth understanding and successful application of the principles of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement or the Toyota Manufacturing System

• Someone who can effectively utilize an ERP system as well as standard office automation and communication software

Wage and Compensation

• This role can expect to earn $125,000 - $160,000 in annual compensation

Essential Attributes of Watson Employees

• Insane curiosity

• Excited and enthusiastic about your work

• Embrace and exhibit our values

Our Culture

• Pride and satisfaction of manufacturing tangible products

• Fun, challenging, and engaging culture

• Monthly BBQ

• Espresso Bar

• Onsite gym and showers

• Campus walking trail

Our Benefits

• INSURANCE | All employees and their dependents will have the ability to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. If enrolled, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment at Watson.

• RETIREMENT | Watson will match 50% of employees’ 401k contributions, up to 2.5% of base annual salary. All employees over the age of 18 will be automatically enrolled on the first day of the month following 6 months of employment. You can opt out, decrease, or increase contribution at any time.

• PAID TIME OFF | Salaried employees do not have a cap on PTO usage. However, we expect a reasonable amount to be a few weeks during your first year of employment.

• PAID HOLIDAYS | Watson is closed for 8 holidays every year and offers every employee an additional paid holiday to choose upon employment.

• PROFIT SHARING | Profit Sharing is how we reward the effort and commitment of our employees. Generally, 25% of profits are allocated to the Profit Sharing Plan after the baseline profit level is met. The overall profit sharing amount varies from year to year.

• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | This is a free service for all employees and dependents to provide support for any mental, emotional, relational, and financial need, as well as crisis and grief support.

Why Watson?

Everything we do is rooted in soulful design. Our design is guided by the functional needs of our customers and is refined to exhibit an understated beauty that doesn’t demand attention. All our designs are executed respectfully - with great regard for how we source materials, how we process and minimize our waste, and with high respect for our production team and manufacturing processes. There’s dignity in working with your hands, and we honor the commitment our people have to their craft.

At Watson it’s all about the details and personal touches. From unique design elements and sustainable materials to the way we build and deliver our products, you’ll see the Watson difference. We aren’t furniture assemblers; we take the design conceptions and raw materials and turn them into finished products entirely under one roof.

At Watson we don’t just design and build workplace solutions; we invest in our people. Build your career and grow your skills with us today.