Plant Manager

Saint-Gobain North America; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Plant Manager to oversee operations at their Little Rock facility. This role is pivotal in achieving operational goals, enhancing employee relations, and driving continuous improvement within a multi-product manufacturing environment. The Plant Manager will lead various functions, including Production, Engineering, and Quality Assurance, ensuring efficient operations while fostering a positive workplace culture. With a focus on safety, compliance, and strategic planning, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a well-respected company known for its commitment to innovative and sustainable building products.

Benefits

Excellent healthcare options

Parental leave

Paid time-off

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance options

Employee Recognition Programs

LiveWell program

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in materials, manufacturing, chemical, or mechanical engineering required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all operations related to production and shipment of products.
• Drive systematic cost improvement and ensure safety and compliance.

Skills

Operations Management

Leadership

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Team Building

Financial Acumen

Union Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Manufacturing Systems

Quality Assurance Systems

Financial Management Tools

Job description

This position is responsible for managing the Little Rock, AR manufacturing facility to achieve operations goals and objectives regarding plant safety, profitability, capital investment, cost reduction programs, strategic operations planning, and maintaining a positive employee relations climate.

This position is responsible for leading all aspects of continuous improvement at this location, a multi-product operation that services Commercial Roofing. The Plant Manager holds the leading responsibility for the Little Rock plant facility and its operation. Managers of the Production, Engineering, Materials Management, WCM, Quality, and HSE functions report directly to the manager.

Customer Service, Human Resources, Finance, R&D & marketing/product support are located within the site & report directly to various other managers.

Responsibilities

• Manage, direct, and coordinate all operations directly related to the 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. Manage positive employee relations.
• Staff all above functions, as appropriate to the most effective achievement of operational goals and objectives.
• Design and administer effective Human Resources programs to equip employees to achieve business goals and to foster career development and organizational succession plans.
• Ensure that the facility is operating safely and in full environmental compliance.
• Serve as principal facility communications liaison with other Waterproofing, Company, and external contacts.
• Prepare operational plans and budgets, and report to appropriate Management on actual performance vs. those plans.
• Drive systematic cost improvement and state-of-the-art processing through WCM program.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

• Bachelor’s Degree preferably in materials, manufacturing, chemical or mechanical engineering is required. A master's degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of progressive operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Management and supervisory skills developed in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to foster and establish effective working relationships with management team, employees, and key corporate contacts will be critical to facilitating changes necessary to support overall process improvements.
• High comprehension of P&L, cost accounting, cash flow, capital management, budgeting, and other financial concepts routinely used in planning and measuring plant performance.
• Knowledge of materials and inventory control practices, production scheduling, and engineering in a manufacturing environment.
• Know-how and skills to manage a unionized workforce.
• Excellent communication skills, proven team-building skills, strong leadership skills, and be a hands-on leader.
• Ability to mentor and develop workforce. Organize, motivate, and guide the team to reach objectives. Provide feedback and advice.
• Transform vision into projects, clarify roles into assignments, and give clear directives.
• Ability to listen to others and interact appropriately and constructively.
• Identifies problems and uses logic, judgment, and data to evaluate alternatives and recommend solutions to achieve the desired organizational goal or outcome.

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

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.