Lead & manage the activities of the site operation creating both a safe working atmosphere and an efficient operational facility, maximizing profits while consistently manufacturing quality products.  Responsible for EH&S (Environmental, Health and Safety), quality, costs, methods, operations, and strategic planning.

• Lead EH&S efforts by creating a culture where employee safety and health comes first, and environmental impacts are reduced. Work together with the management team and safety personnel to drive improvements and ensure a complete and comprehensive written Safety Plan is in place.
  • Ensure site is always compliant with OSHA, EPA, DEP, Local, State and Federal law, and reporting is accurate and timely.
• Lead quality management efforts by creating the correct working environment and supporting the management team in the areas of Quality Management understanding and comprehension. Assure that established standards of quality, accuracy and performance are maintained, directing corrective measures when necessary and always looking to improve quality levels.
• Oversee the management team in plant/manufacturing projects to improve efficiency and accuracy of manufacturing processes.
  • Responsible for capacity planning along with Demand Planner
• Lead and work on technical projects to drive efficiency, quality, and productivity improvement to consistently reduce waste and cost. Establish and maintain all performance measures for the manufacturing operations.
• Provide leadership and direction to the site management team, taking business requirements and delivering value to our customers in a safe and effective way.
• Broad manufacturing and operational experience in a multisite environment having experience with Process Safety Management.
• Budget & manage manufacturing cost structures by developing and maintaining operation expenses within budget allowance and introduce cost reduction measures. Drive and lead continuous manufacturing improvements.
• Work with management team and BLM to implement capital budget planning. Lead and direct plant engineering strategies and capacity analytics.
  • Equipment will meet all customer/user requirements, functional specifications, and design specifications.
• Manage all manufacturing staffing levels including both salaried and hourly. Maintain good employee relations and enforce company policy, handle employee concerns. Review employee performance and efficiency ratings, approve hire, termination, transfer and promotion, and work with the management team to develop on-going training programs.  Manage labor force to maximize efficiency and profitability of operations.  Lead employee development activities to build bench strength across the operations.
• Coordinate with BLM and Sales & Marketing all activities which result in improved EBITDA. Activities include Lead Margin Improvement Teams, new product development and introduction, product line rationalization, facility expansion, logistics strategy, capacity expansion, alternate resin use, and automation.
  • Develop strategic plan for the site which includes capacity, cost, and customer centric focus.
• Financially responsible for the site with the freedom to act after analyzing impact scenarios. Use practical and technical experience for problem solving to conclusion best suited for the facility
• Work closely with Finance, HR, Quality, Safety, Engineering, Planning, IT and Procurement as Matrix Management responsibility.

• 15 years plant operations or engineering experience preferred with at least 7 years manufacturing management experience; Strong knowledge of equipment functions, troubleshooting production (cycle time) and materials; ability to lead and direct large capital projects for the plant.
• Proven supervisory skills and demonstrated leadership skills; Financial analytical skills (to include forecasting and budgeting); Sound background in Quality Management techniques; Proven negotiation skills; Plastics Industry knowledge preferred.
• Master’s degree is preferable.

• The salary range for this position is $136,700-$170,900. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.
• Competitive Benefits 
• Benefits begin on DAY 1! 
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

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