Plant Manager

Saint-Gobain North America; California (MO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to lead operations at their Wilmington facility. This role is pivotal in achieving operational goals while fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in manufacturing operations and people management, ensuring compliance and driving efficiency. With a focus on quality and cost management, you will prepare budgets and operational plans to enhance productivity and employee relations. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and employee well-being, offering a comprehensive benefits package to support your lifestyle.

Benefits

Excellent healthcare options

Parental leave

Paid time-off

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) Plan

Retirement Accumulation Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance options

Employee Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• 10+ years of operations experience in manufacturing required.
• 5+ years in a management capacity with unionized workforce.

Responsibilities

• Lead all operations related to production and shipment of products.
• Manage staff functions and ensure training and development.

Skills

Operations Management

People Management

P&L Management

Cost Accounting

Union Workforce Management

Relationship Building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing or Engineering

Master’s Degree

Tools

Manufacturing Systems

Quality Assurance Tools

Inventory Control Systems

Job description

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading the Wilmington, California manufacturing facility to achieve operations goals and objectives regarding plant safety, environmental, quality, service, profitability, capital investment, cost reduction programs, strategic operations planning - all while maintaining a positive employee relations climate.

Managers of the Production, Engineering, Materials Management, WCM, Quality, and HSE functions report directly to the Plant Manager. The Plant Manager actively leads overall site safety and environmental initiatives to achieve and maintain world class performance and will direct and coordinate all operations related to production and shipment of roofing products produced at the Wilmington facility.

Main duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Manage, direct and coordinate all operations directly related to production and shipment of all products produced by the facility: Materials Management, Manufacturing and Manufacturing Systems, Facilities Engineering/Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Shipping and Receiving, Process Engineering, Purchasing.
• Manage, direct and coordinate Plant staff functions and daily operational activities. Ensure people training and development activities to foster our TEC culture providing future leadership opportunities.
• Staff all above functions, as appropriate to the most effective achievement of operational and strategic planning, goals and objectives (short term and long term).
• Provide key leadership to quality, efficiency, productivity, EHS compliance and cost savings for the facility.
• Prepare operational plans and budgets, and report to appropriate Management on actual performance vs. those plans.
• Provide top leadership for positive labor relations and compliance to the site's CBA.
• Drive systematic cost improvement and state-of-the-art processing through WCM program.
• Responsible for the facility's compliance with Saint-Gobain’s Code of Conduct, Business Principles and Ethics.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS?

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Engineering or similar discipline required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive operations experience in a manufacturing environment required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a people management capacity required.
• Proven success managing a unionized workforce required.
• Ability to foster and establish effective working relationships - with plant employees and outside stakeholders/contacts - required.
• High comprehension of P&L, cost accounting, cash flow, capital management, budgeting, and other financial concepts required.
• Knowledge of materials and inventory control practices, production scheduling, and engineering basics required.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. The national pay range for this position is $133,000 to $213,000 per year; however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 17% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The total target cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position is $155,610 to $249,210.

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best meet their individual needs.

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental.
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG).
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career.
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends.
• Employee Recognition Programs.
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle.

A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU

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