Assistant Plant Manager

Assistant Plant Manager

The Assistant Plant Manager role functions as the site Operations lead for the facility. This Assistant Plant Manager oversees all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing. This position develops business processes supporting Human Safety, FSQ and Productivity. The Assistant Plant Manager role is a developmental role that exists in larger more complex facilities.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide overall leadership, direction and coordination for day-to-day plant operations.
• Support special projects or assignments that support core business objectives.
• Ensure adherence to all safety & product quality policies and procedures promoting a world-class safety culture.
• Manage a leadership team in achieving daily production goals.
• Identify and implement strategies to improve performance, meeting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Provide coaching and development of plant staff to ensure effective leadership.
• Monitor and set standards for operations and help identify and remove bottlenecks
• Increase production asset capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs.
• Plan and supervise the design and progress of capital projects.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (B.S.) preferably a B.S. in Food Science, Engineering, Business Management or equivalent work experience

· 10+ years' related experience and/or training in a manufacturing, distribution, or supply chains environment or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Food manufacturing experience or similar regulated industry background.

• A demonstrated track record of achieving results.
• Excellent problem solving and reasoning skills required.
• Knowledge of organizational effectiveness and operations management.
• Working knowledge of cost accounting, budgets, forecasting and metrics.
• Time management, attention to detail, active listening, decision-making, organizational, verbal and written skills required.
• Proficient computer skills required to include;
  Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint programs.
• Excellent interpersonal skills required to include; coaching, prioritization, team-building, training, emotional intelligence, and conflict management.