Plant Manager

Seeking Plant Manager for Bethlehem, PA w/ turnaround experience and rigid plastics (preferred); flexible plastics will work.

Join our high-performing team and lead our manufacturing operations to new heights. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of our facility, overseeing production, material control, quality assurance, maintenance, and logistics. Your leadership will ensure that customer orders and our premium products are processed and delivered on schedule. With full P&L responsibility, you will also have the exciting opportunity to influence product development, establish quality benchmarks, and drive operational efficiency.

Role and Responsibilities

• Manage leadership team consisting of Production Manager, Quality Manager, Process Manager, Maintenance Manager, and Shipping Supervisor.
• Assist with resource planning to include direct and indirect staffing as well as scheduling and material planning.
• Effectively utilizing available resources to meet plans for customer stock and make and ship orders.
• Monitor plant activities, assist with problems as necessary to meet planned production schedules and to ensure product quality standards are maintained.
• Recommend and establish department organization, staff responsibilities and related authorities to meet planned objectives.
• Troubleshoot and resolve unusual problems related to equipment, tooling, material and product designs.
• Develop and implement operating methods and procedures to increase plant productivity.
• Develop and implement reporting methods and systems to evaluate and control attainment of department objectives.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment purchases to improve plant operations.
• Work with other departments to assist with development of new products or product applications.
• Ensure company conformance with governmental agency, OSHA and EPA regulations.
• Responsible for developing and managing plant budget with full p/l responsibility.
• Insure operation of the plant in compliance with ISO, GMP and state or federal requirements.
• Drive OEE by monitor equipment and labor utilization.
• Review production costs and modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance plant profitable.
• Communicate with and visit customers to ensure customer focus.
• Approve all purchase s for the plant.
• Develop and submit capital expenditure requests to regional leadership.
• Determine proper labor requirements and implement appropriate training programs.
• Participate in seminars and trade shows, read trade literature and travel to other plants to gain best practices that may be implemented in the plant.
• Working closely with human resource for activities and plant personnel.
• Coordinate and conduct meetings (production, quality, maintenance, OSHA safety training, ISO, ASI and GMP practices, and customer complaints).
• Perform other related duties and special project as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree plus 7 to 10 years’ experience in a leadership role in a manufacturing environment preferably in the packaging/plastics industry
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects, track progress and stay on schedule.
• Intermediate/Advance in the following software is preferred: Word, Excel, and Oracle.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Effective leadership skills, strong decision making skills, and ability to lead and drive teams.
• Well organized, accurate and strong attention to detail.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing practices.
• Able to travel as need throughout the company.

Competencies:

• Leadership: Ability to inspire and lead a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Strategic Thinking: Strong capability to develop and implement strategic plans that align with organizational objectives.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent analytical skills to identify issues, evaluate options, and implement effective solutions promptly.
• Communication: Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Financial Acumen: Proficiency in managing budgets, analyzing costs, and driving profitability initiatives.
• Operational Excellence: Commitment to continuous improvement practices and Lean Manufacturing methodologies.
• Project Management: Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Compliance and Safety Focus: In-depth understanding of industry regulations and a commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.
• Customer Orientation: Strong focus on customer satisfaction, building relationships, and ensuring product quality.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage change effectively.