Assistant Plant Manager

Waupaca-Foundr; Waupaca (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Short and long term disability

Life insurance

401(k)

Employer funded retirement plan

Paid vacations/holidays

Wellness program

Fitness membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Waupaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings with a long history of quality and innovation. We employ about 4,000 colleagues and are committed to safety, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.

This role supports the Plant Manager in day-to-day operations and strategic planning to meet production goals while optimizing costs. As a Plant Manager Assistant/Manager level, you will lead production planning, safety, quality, and cost management, mentor teams, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; 5+ years of management experience at Department Manager or Assistant Plant Manager level.
• Ability to review performance data and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to prioritize for self and plant teams and lead continuous improvement meetings.

Responsibilities

• Assist Plant Manager with day-to-day operations and planning to meet production goals.
• Lead safety, quality, cost management, and production planning initiatives.
• Oversee HR-related hiring, training, and employee development activities.
• Track KPIs and drive process improvements and cost savings.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Performance analysis

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Prioritization

Meeting facilitation

Education

Bachelor's degree

5 years management experience

Job description

Wapaca Foundry, Inc. is North America’s leading supplier of iron castings and has a history of innovation with a legacy of product quality. Waupaca Foundry employs approximately 4,000 people company-wide. Waupaca Foundry is committed to relentless improvement, forward-thinking sustainability initiatives, and providing a reliable experience to the millions who use our castings every day. Our goal is to employ individuals who take pride in their work within a culture of continual innovation. Waupaca Foundry is proud to be an employer of choice for those driven and skilled individuals seeking rewarding careers by producing top quality castings.

You will be right at home at Waupaca Foundry.

Assist Plant Manager with day to day operations and planning of the manufacturing facility, ensuring safe operation, efficient production, managing schedules, quality performance and meeting production goals while optimizing costs.They are responsible to assist in leading, developing and maintaining safe work practices, hiring, training and teams within the Plant to achieve organizational objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Waupaca Way: Implementation and execution of the Waupaca Way SEPQRC production system assuring effective utilization of the Level 1, Level 2/3 and Level 4 structure

Safety Management: Monitoring and supporting safety policy and procedures to facilitate a world class safety management culture, employee welfare and plant and company goals

Environmental Management: Monitoring and supporting environmental processes and procedures to support employee welfare and plant and company goals

Employee Management: Supporting HR in hiring, training and supervising plant personnel, including performance evaluations and employee concerns

Quality Control: Monitoring and ensuring product quality standards are met through effective quality and production systems

Production Planning and Scheduling: Developing and overseeing process improvement and production schedules to meet customer demands, delivery needs and utilization targets

Cost Management: Managing operational expenses within budget by optimizing resource allocation and identifying cost savings measures.Responsible for the P&L of the Plant

Maintenance and Engineering Oversight: Coordinating preventative maintenance program and engineering projects to support continuous improvement, plant growth and modernization

Performance Analysis: Tracking KPI’s to identify areas for improvement and implement necessary changes

Sales Development: Review new work leads and quotes to support sales growth.Work with sales team on customer development and support customer meetings and plant tours.

Reporting and Communication: Providing regular updates on plant operations to upper management including monthly Op’s meetings, weekly Plant Manager reports and any other necessary communication

PREFERRED E DUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREM ENTS:

• Preferred candidate would possess a bachelor’s degree and 5 years of management experience at Department Manager or Assistant Plant Manager level.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Need to be able to review performance data and process data to find opportunities for continuous improvement
• Need strong critical thinking skills and the ability to challenge others and the process
• Strong oral and written skills are necessary for effective communication to all levels of the organization
• Necessary for prioritization for self and the plant teams.Must be able to set clear priorities for self and others and manage time accordingly
• Must be able to effectively lead and facilitate plant communication and continuous improvement meetings.

BENEFITS:

Waupaca Foundry offers competitive wages and exceptional benefits, including:

• Short and long term disability.
• Life insurance.
• 401(k).
• Employer funded retirement plan.
• Paid vacations/holidays.
• Wellness program.
• Fitness membership.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).

Waupaca Foundry is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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