Plant Manager

HellermannTyton North America; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 175,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in plastics manufacturing is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee injection molding operations in Milwaukee. The role involves driving continuous improvement, managing production schedules, and fostering team development. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in manufacturing management and injection molding expertise, with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 5 years of manufacturing experience in management.
• Prior injection molding experience and knowledge of best practices.
• Automotive experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage day-to-day injection molding operations.
• Develop a strong lean culture and support I4.0 initiatives.
• Monitor and report key production metrics to senior management.

Skills

Injection molding expertise

Continuous improvement

Communication

Strong computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

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Job Summary

Under the direction of the Sr Director of Manufacturing NA, the Plant Manager is responsible for directing and managing the day-to-day functioning and long-term improvements of the injection molding operations.

Essential Functions:

• Strong injection molding expertise to deliver the optimal results. Technically capable of mentoring production on best practices within injection molding
• Develop a strong lean culture within the manufacturing environment. Support and help lead I4.0 initiatives. Monitor and evaluate workflow and make recommendations for process improvements.
• Continually improve plant quality performance. Align resources to focus on the highest priority improvements. Assist in determining the root cause of customer complaints related to production and develop plans to eliminate errors.
• Build a high-functioning team that properly supports manufacturing operations. Focus on development for individuals’ growth. Foster a plant culture of teamwork and develop a highly engaged workforce. Develop short- and long-term succession planning for the plant.
• 'Follow production schedules to meet customer demand while minimizing inventory investment.
• Support and enforce the safety policies/programs/initiatives in place at HellermannTyton. Ensure the use of appropriate PPE in the required areas of operation. Drive continual improvements in safety performance.
• Monitor and report key production metrics to senior management and develop new metrics as needed. Ensure the team is achieve manufacturing targets. Develop actions plans for targets that are off track. Prepare required production, staffing, financial, etc., reports as required.
• Support the overall organizational strategy by executing components of the manufacturing strategy within the plant.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels within all assigned departments. Identify future staffing needs.
• Ensure the development and training of staff on standard work instructions and work procedures.
  
  

Other Functions

• Responsible for time and attendance, completing performance/competency evaluations, competency/training logs, provide feedback, motivations, and disciplinary actions for employees in assigned departments
• Assist the Director of NA Manufacturing on the molding capacity plan, capital budget, and operational budget. Identify current and future needs
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

What You'll Bring

• Prior injection molding experience/knowledge of best practices
• Strong background in continuous improvement, six sigma/lean, experience, and aptitude in I4.0
• Good communication, oral and written
• Automotive experience preferred
• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of manufacturing experience in manufacturing management
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to travel by car and air, domestically
• Ability to work non-standard hours and on weekends
• Must have a valid driver's license, an acceptable driving record, and adequate insurance.
  
  

By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Plastics Manufacturing

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