Plant Operations Manager

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Our client is a top manufacturer of packaging materials, offering top-of-the-line, environmentally friendly materials. To maintain their success, they focus on product quality and product availability. They are looking for a dynamic and experienced Plant Operations Manager to oversee their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

As a leader in the industry, our client is committed to producing top-of-the-line, environmentally friendly materials and maintaining exceptional product quality and availability. As the Plant Operations Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the Blown Film Extrusion operations, ensuring optimal production output, maintaining stringent quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands-on position and will require someone to be out on the floor much of the day.

This Role Offers:

Competitive base pay, benefits package, and 401(K) match. Paid vacation days & tuition reimbursement towards qualified certifications/degrees.

Up and coming department, part of nearly 100 business units around the world. High level of responsibility and visibility with plant management.  Industry-leading tools and machinery with top-of-the-line resources.  Strong focus on manufacturing excellence and continuous improvement.

Focus:

Oversee plant operations, ensuring adherence to production schedules, quality standards, and safety regulations. Develop strategies for maximizing production efficiency and resource utilization, while minimizing downtime. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, implementing process enhancements and best practices. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and take corrective actions as needed.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline operations and meet customer demands. Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing clear expectations and ongoing coaching. Promote a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with regulations and proactive risk mitigation. Manage production planning, inventory, and quality control processes to meet customer requirements and drive customer satisfaction.

Skill Set:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, or a related field. Experience may be acceptable in place of a higher degree. A minimum of 10 years of experience in leading and overseeing Blown Film Extrusion operations, with a strong emphasis on manufacturing Form-Fill-Seal, Stretch Hood, Shrink, PE Film, and BSOM bags, is preferred. Proven experience as a Plant Manager or in a similar role within a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of production management, quality control, and inventory management principles.

Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to effectively motivate and manage a diverse workforce. Solid understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a track record of driving operational excellence. Proficient in using manufacturing software and ERP systems. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

About Blue Signal:

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