Plant Manager Pryor, OK

Plant Manager job at Enhance Recruiting. Pryor, OK.

Seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a growing paper packaging manufacturer in the Pryor, Oklahoma area. This manufacturing leader will be responsible for leading P&L, new technology, streamlining operational processes / product qualifications, interacting with customers, but most of all scaling up the business.

• Ensure that a plant wide safety program is in place and that all employees are carrying out their responsibilities as described
• Provide oversight and strategic direction to meet organizational objectives and ensure the fiscal health of the business unit.
• Develop business strategies to support the operational functions and ensure profitability.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders and project teams in the implementation of optimization projects specific to your unit
• Development of an employee-oriented culture that emphasizes safety, quality, continuous improvement, retention, employee development and high performance.
• Create a workplace culture that is consistent with the organization’s vision and values.
• Ensure that sufficient employee time, supervisor support, and funds are budgeted for safety equipment, tools and training.
• Champion cost control initiatives, including but not limited to Overtime, direct labor, fixed and variable costs
• Maintain and analyze operational reports to identify gaps/ operational needs

• Bachelor’s degree in business preferred
• A combination of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a degree
• 1-3 years of experience in paper packaging manufacturing leadership role.
• Prior experience in the paper packaging industry is a must.
• Experience with corrugated converting solutions such as, converting equipment Flexo Folder Gluers – (FFG), Rotary Die Cutters – (RDC), Semi-finished goods (SFG) and corrugated machinery - (Fosber)
• Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and lean manufacturing
• Certified in Lean Manufacturing and / or Six Sigma a plus
• Knowledge of SAP or other major ERP systems.