Operations Manager

Location: Buchanan

The Plant Operations Manager is responsible for production, mill, maintenance, reliability and Warehousing functions, ensuring the efficient operation of the Gypsum Board plant - achieving safety, quality, service, and cost goals.

This position is responsible for:

+ The overall success of the plant

+ The the majority of the hourly workforce, the role substantially impacts the success or failure of the business.

+ Leading a 24/7 manufacturing operation

+ all equipment and physical plant maintenance.

+ Having a strong understanding of manufacturing cost drivers and a solid knowledge of peer functional areas like Production, Process & Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, Employee Relations, Purchasing, Materials processing, and Continuous Improvement.

This position will influence with and without authority. The broad scope of knowledge in Continuous improvement (WCM) methodologies, and OSHA; along with federal and state environmental requirements, supports this position representing the business on new product development teams and during regulatory audits in the absence of the Plant Manager. Has accountability for overall plant operations, focusing on controllable cost budget development and attainment.

Acts as the Plant Manager during their absence.

+ BA/BS or equivalent experience in a Business, Engineering, or a related field

+ 7-10 years progressive experience in a manufacturing environment

+ 7+ years Technical Operations, with increasing levels of responsibility and autonomy

+ Proven ability to be an outstanding coach and leader, with succession planning and employee development skills.

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-Active interest and success in people development, training systems and error proofing -
- + Familiarity with Lean / World Class principles and practices.

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- + Ability to provide leadership and innovation at all levels of the organization utilizing differing styles of management; from directive, to coaching and support, through delegative, as the situation arises.

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- + Change management and conflict management skills.

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- + Strong influencer and communicator.

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- + Results driven, flexible and open-minded with good written and oral communication.

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- + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

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- At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values:
Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at  SGNA_H .

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position, which is $111,000 to $177,000 per year.

However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

- In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 15% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $127,200 to $203,500. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

At Saint-Gobain, our goal is to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support your well-being and improve daily life for you and your family. We value your contribution to our purpose, Making the World a Better Home, and your Total Rewards package aims to help you plan for the future you want.

** Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:*
* - Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

- Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

- Live Well Wellness Program - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- Retirement and Protection
- Helping to make the future life you…