Plant Manager

Overview

Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT) is a leading supplier of building envelope solutions that drive energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications. We are looking for a Plant Manager located in our Chandler, AZ Plant.

The Plant Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility. This includes accountability for all products manufactured, all aspects of safety performance including environmental, product quality and quantity, personnel hiring and discipline, training, budgeting, shipping, and receiving, cost control and reduction, developing a strong team environment with clear and effective communications. Serve as the key interface with R&D, Engineering, Technical Services, Scheduling, Sales and Customer Service, and Logistics.

Utilize the Carlisle Operating System framework as the foundation for training employees and to support operational requirements. Work hours are 7am to 5pm, Monday through Friday, with on-call 24 hours availability. Possible weekend hours to meet production demands in busy seasons. Occasional travel to other facilities for meetings or training, typically no more than 15% travel.

• Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service by delivering required quantities of products at the lowest possible cost and highest quality while maintaining a safe work environment. Specific duties include employee development/training, plant scheduling, interviewing, hiring/firing, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, including 5S housekeeping, adequate inventory turns, throughput time reduction, and advanced manufacturing techniques. Act as the champion of the Carlisle Operating System at this facility.
• Inventory control: releasing all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods; implement an inventory audit procedure to ensure accurate inventories are maintained.
• Create an environment for success among supervisory and production employees; promote a positive, confident attitude and treat staff with respect and dignity while driving peak performance.
• Interact with the rest of the company (purchasing, environmental, health & safety, engineering, human resources, and corporate staff); serve as the local expert for the plant on these topics.
• Other duties may include interactions with inside/outside customers as well as outside vendors and agencies.

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and products, quality systems, and familiarity with SPC, SOPs, and process specifications.
• Knowledge of government regulations related to people, plant, and process operations (FMLA, OSHA, FLSA, ADA, Worker’s Comp, EPA, unemployment).
• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Financial and accounting familiarity including budgeting, cost control, financial data, project justification, and ACE Process.
• Understanding of logistics processes including raw material and finished goods shipments and customer service.
• Strong knowledge and experience with MS Office Suite; experience in an ERP system (preferably SAP).
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentations.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to delegate effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to handle stress and make decisions in challenging circumstances.

• Expectations to understand, participate in, and support COS initiatives with a focus on developing a lean mindset.

• Required:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a Business-related field.
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing or plant operations.
• Bilingual strongly preferred.

• Environment is generally an office and manufacturing setting.
• Exposure to materials used in the manufacture of polyisocyanurate products (polyols, MDI, facers, additives, plastics, cardboard, wood, etc.).

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance – available from Day 1
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Leave & Disability Income Protection (FMLA, LOA, PPL, STD, LTD)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Advocate – health care concierge service
• PTO, sick days, 11 holidays, vacation
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (commuter benefits, health savings account)
• College scholarships for dependents
• Tution reimbursement