The Wonderful Company
manufacturing
PlantManager
“Plant Manager at The Wonderful Company. Skills: process management, cross-functional coordination, vendor/stakeholder management, operational metrics, resource planning, continuous improvement. Oversee all operational activities at our Buttonwillow facility, including production, logistics, safety, quality, and human resources. Develop operational plans”
What You'll Achieve.
deliver on all P&L-related KPIs; Establish performance targets; Ensure all established costs, quality, and delivery commitments are met
Industry & Context.
Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict management skills; directs the resolution of operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
At least 10 years of progressively responsible Production experience in a plant manager capacity, a specific emphasis in manufacturing within a food production/manufacturing setting, A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is a must
What You'll Do.
Oversee all operational activities at our Buttonwillow facility
Develop operational plans
Establish performance targets
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure a safe and compliant workplace
Maintain the highest standards of product quality
Optimize operational efficiency
Manage costs effectively
Overall responsibility for entire facility performance and deliver on all P&L-related KPIs
Develops and maintains manufacturing operations business plans to include all program requirements
Maintain a safe working environment by supporting all company safety programs
actively participating in weekly safety tailgates
administering discipline as necessary
and following all governmental regulations
Build a culture around a continuous improvement mindset
positive work attitude
efficient communication
and a can-do attitude through all layers of the facility
Establishes production and quality control standards
develops budget and cost controls
and obtains data regarding types
and delivery dates of products ordered
Provides guidance to the development of a manufacturing process plan
including personnel requirements
subcontract requirements
and tooling and equipment needs
Perform all necessary financial functions
and asset effectiveness
Ensure that personnel training occurs in order to maintain an experienced and knowledgeable workforce
and POM policies and regulations
Perform all necessary administrative duties: personnel evaluations
Monitor plant sanitation on a continuous basis
Effectively communicate plant performance in a timely manner with senior leadership and facilitate effective communication at all levels across the Buttonwillow facility
Ensures all established costs
and delivery commitments are met
Manage personnel effectively while maintaining employee morale and adhering to state and federal laws and other applicable regulations
Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers to obtain optimum production and utilization of human resources
Reviews production and operating reports and directs the resolution of operational
and maintenance problems to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
Performs administrative activities associated with the effective management of shop operations
and retrieving production data for reports
Determines responsibilities of assigned organization and staff positions to accomplish business objectives
Trains and ensures all assigned employees are aware of and comply with company
and customer policies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate closely with the Operations Manager, Reliability Manager, Operations Supervisors, Quality Supervisors, Shipping Supervisors, and administrative teams; Recruit, retain, and develop a high-performing cross-functional team of Managers, Supervisors, Leads, specialists, and hourly employees; Coordinates manufacturing activities with all other functions of the organization and suppliers; facilitate effective communication at all levels across the Buttonwillow facility
Communication Scope
Professional communication skills; Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to provide guidance and assistance to all levels of employees; Ability to perform analysis and communicate results effectively; Effectively communicate plant performance in a timely manner with senior leadership and facilitate effective communication at all levels across the Buttonwillow facility
Process & Methodology
organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines consistently
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