Plant Manager

The Clorox Company; Burnside (KY); On-site; USD 131,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clorox Company seeks a Plant Manager for its Kingsford plant in Burnside, KY. You will oversee site operations, lead people, deliver results across safety, quality, efficiency and cost, and launch new products while driving continuous improvement.

Manage change, and lead a medium-scale manufacturing site with accountability for production, equipment, and facilities. You will establish targets for KPI’s, drive a strong plant culture, coach and develop talent, and demonstrate financial and

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience starting up & commissioning new equipment or production lines.
• Strong leadership in continuous improvement environments.
• Exceptional leadership with high EQ and relationship-building.
• Ability to plan and execute multiple projects/activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to lead across boundaries.
• Proven ability to develop talent and give/receive feedback.
• Strong acumen of manufacturing technologies, functions & processes.
• Effective decision-making and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Establish targets for KPI’s (safety, quality, cost, efficiency) and drive attainment of the plant balanced scorecard.
• Drive and support plant culture, vision, and team structure.
• Lead culture development, inclusion initiatives and change leadership.
• Create short and long-term strategies with clear roadmaps.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor direct reports and team performance; foster trust and ownership.
• Demonstrate financial acumen with P&L management.
• Improve operations through data analytics and technology leverage.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Change management

Data analytics

P&L management

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Your role at Clorox:

Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Join our team. #CloroxIsThePlace

The Plant Manager is an experienced Supply Chain/Manufacturing Leader responsible for all aspects of site operations at our Kingsford plant in Burnside, KY. This person will manage and develop people, deliver results across key performance metrics (including safety, quality, efficiency and cost), support the launch of new products, manage change, and drive continuous improvement. The Plant Manager is responsible for all elements of the manufacturing site, including people, equipment, property and all aspects of production in a medium sized plant.

In this role, you will:

• Have accountability for establishing targets for KPI’s including safety, quality, cost, operating efficiency/productivity, etc. and then driving attainment of the plant balanced scorecard in a small/medium sized manufacturing facility.
• Drive, model and support desired plant culture, vision & team-based structure,
• Lead culture development, provide change leadership, and proactive IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Allyship) initiatives.
• Create short and long-term strategies with clear roadmaps for success.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor direct reports' performance and the performance of their teams, leveraging recognition programs and supporting behavior modification, fostering an environment of trust, open communication, and ownership.
• Demonstrate financial acumen and proficiency in financial analysis and P&L management.
• Improve operations through data analytics, technology leverage, loss identification, and strategic improvements.

#LI-Onsite

What we look for:

• 7 plus years of successful manufacturing leadership experience, consistently delivering key operational results.
• Experience starting up & commissioning new equipment or production lines
• Strong leadership in continuous improvement environments.
• Exceptional leadership ability with high EQ and demonstrated success in interpersonal skills and relationship building.
• Ability to plan and execute multiple projects/activities.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively lead and influence multi-directionally and across organizational boundaries.
• Proven ability to develop talent, hold others accountable, and give/receive constructive feedback.
• A strong acumen of manufacturing technologies, functions & processes
• Effective decision-making, risk management, and prioritization skills.
• Achieving high results in the above areas while in a manufacturing leadership role(s)
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (preferably Engineering or Technology oriented).

Workplace type:

Onsite 5 days a week

Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That's why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more.

[U.S.]Additional Information:

At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more.

We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area.

–Zone A: $157,600 - $316,700

–Zone B: $144,400 - $290,300

–Zone C: $131,300 - $263,900

All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox's incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies.