Plant Manager

Do you want to join an exciting company and be well rewarded?

At Deerpoint Group
, we’re on the cutting edge of ag science and plant nutrient technology. We are at the core of California agriculture – working side by side with growers to improve production and sustainability.

At DPG, you’ll experience an environment that’s rich in opportunities. To learn and grow. Where your talents and interests are nourished. Thanks to a workplace that is:

• Growth-minded
• Customer-focused
• Tech-savvy

In addition to a rewarding career,
Deerpoint Group offers an
industry-leading compensation package that includes:

• Excellent Paid Vacation and Holidays.
• 401k plan with 4% employer contribution.
• Potential for discretionary profit sharing of up to 2%.
• Superior medical, dental, and vision healthcare and life insurance benefits.

The Plant Manager is responsible for managing and maintaining all aspects of Chemical, Assembly, and Inventory Operations. This position ensures efficiency in operations, and that KPIs are met, while maintaining safe work practices in all areas of responsibility. The Plant Manager leads by example for optimal performance.

• Effectively manages all aspects of production of DPG products, in accordance with DPG KPIs, government regulations and established DPG operating procedures and QC standards.
• Effectively implements Lean Manufacturing Principles in plant operations, driving efficiency and accuracy in all aspect of production and plant operations.
• Effectively drives and maintains all aspects of DPG safety for the plant and pickup/deliveries. Maintains chemical expertise for plant operations and chemical compatibility and safety. Actively addresses safety violations immediately.
• Prepares an accurate yearly budget for operation of the production facility and responsible departments, and submits the budget to management during Q4 of each year.
• Prepares written procedures for all DPG product manufacturing and maintenance programs per DPG approved template.
• Effective trains subordinate staff on current DPG approved processes, procedures, systems, safety, DPG product and maintenance programs as applicable, certifying knowledge capture. Maintains written training progress record for each employee and provides the record to Safety department monthly.
• Conducts written performance reviews in accordance with DPG expectations for each subordinate staff member to provide effective performance feedback, align performance goals with annual company goals and to discuss progress on established goals and objectives.

• B.S. in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering required, with course work in Business Management, Operations Management, or Project Management
• M.S. in Chemical Engineering preferred
• 7 – 10 years related experience
• Proficiency in computer processing functions and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple tasks
• Ability to read, comprehend reports and analyze data and explain clearly and concisely to others
• Ability to calmly and professionally resolve issues with diplomacy and tact
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong organizational skills

This job is located in the Madera, CA area.