Plant Manager

Plant Manager

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BEDFORD PARK - Bedford Park, IL 60638

Overview

Salary Range $120,000.00 - $150,000.00 Salary/year Job Shift Day

Description

PTC is a leading manufacturer and marketer of welded and cold drawn mechanical steel tubing and tubular shapes, plated bar and tubing and fabricated parts and precision components.

We at PTC value our employees' health and wellness. We offer the following:

• FREE Healthcare
• HSA option
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Critical Illness & Accident Coverage
• 401K plan with company match
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of PTC employees
• Tuition Reimbursement eligibility

Job Summary:

This position resides in the Plant. Provide competent support and resources to all plant manufacturing, planning and related services to maximize operating efficiencies. The incumbent will report to the Regional General Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible to plan, direct and coordinate all areas of production planning, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, Shipping and receiving to meet the goals and objectives of the Company.
• Responsible for production, productivity, quality and safety of all plant personnel and visitors.
• Responsible for application of continuous improvement philosophies to plant production and maintenance activities.
• Responsible for selection and training of Department Managers and Supervisors.
• Directs the activities of Department Managers to insure maximum effectiveness in meeting customer quality and delivery.
• Develop and maintain training for Department Managers and shop personnel to ensure the continuous improvement of our product to meet customers' escalating requirements of quality, service and value.
• Maintain close surveillance over operation through staff meetings and reports to determine where improvements can be made.
• Direct, advise, and expedite manufacturing and related problems by cooperative efforts with Engineering, Quality Control, or other departments to resolve and implement corrective action.
• Keep abreast of new technical or other developments (processes, methods, equipment) and make recommendations for their possible use in the operation.
• In conjunction with production planning, establishes proper staffing.
• Through Department Managers and Supervisors, ensures consistency in administering Company Rules and Contract Agreements, also works toward developing harmonious employer / employee relations.
• Attends Safety meetings and promotes safe work conditions and employee safety habits and when necessary, enforces safety rules and regulations. Monitors performance and conditions relating to safety program. Reviews accident and safety investigation reports and determines that preventative measures are being taken.
• Establishes department operation budget for shipping.
• Monitors Department Managers and Supervisors attendance and tardiness problems taking appropriate action when necessary.
• Handles disputes that may arise per the Union Contract.
• Conduct self in a courteous and professional manner.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:

Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or management as minimum

Years of Experience: 10+ years of experience in a similar relevant occupation.

Number of Direct Reports: 5

Job Titles of Direct Reports: Production Manager, Maintenance Manager, Mill Department Manager, Finishing Manager, Office Administrator

Skills and Abilities:

• Leadership and team building skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of metals and metal-forming processes.
• Knowledge of planning, organization, team building, employee relations.
• Computer: word processing, spreadsheet, MRP
• Budget development and cost control.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other Skills and Abilities: Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as Word, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, ERP system, etc.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations :

None

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, and/ or walk, and/ or use arms and hands to load and unload material for extended period of time. Must be able to safely lift and load 50lbs. The employee must also be able to work outside in a variety of conditions. Candidates must be able to tolerate any climate, must be flexible with shift and hours.