Plant Manager

Rust-Oleum; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DAP is seeking a Plant Manager to operate the Pacific Plant in Washington in alignment with company goals for cost, quality, service, and safety. The role includes acting as a consultant for other plants and corporate, and collaborating with R&D and Marketing to align manufacturing with product launches.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 7 years of plant management experience, strong communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7 years of experience managing a plant.
• Strong verbal communication skills for one-on-one and group settings.
• Excellent written communication and ability to develop reports and presentations.

Responsibilities

• Analyze performance data (cost, production, quality, safety, service, human relations) with department heads to optimize plant performance.
• Spend time on-site reviewing operations, engaging with associates, and soliciting improvement ideas.
• Train and coach department heads and supervisors in problem solving, priority setting, and labor relations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

The plant manager is responsible to operate the Pacific Plant consistent with company goals for cost, quality, service, regulatory compliance, safety, labor relations, and housekeeping. Function as a consultant for other plants and corporate.

Responsibilities

• Analyze Daily, Weekly, and Monthly performance data (cost, production, quality, safety, service, and human relations) and work with department heads to optimize plant performance.
• Spend time in the plant reviewing the operation, speaking with associates, answering questions, soliciting for improvement ideas, reinforcing policy and procedures, etc.
• Train and coach department heads and Supervisors in problem solving, priority setting, goal setting, Confrontation/Communication skills, Labor Relations, etc.
• Complete required reports for Corporate, State and Federal agencies. Maintain PSM standards.
• Optimize safety performance, including daily tours through the plant, review of all accident reports, conducting safety meetings, one to one discussion with associates, review of safety infractions/discipline, and housekeeping tours.
• Collaborate with R&D and Marketing to assure manufacturing capabilities align with product innovation launches.
• Miscellaneous administrative work regarding phone calls, forecasting, audits, capital projects, wage proposals, collaboration meetings etc.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 7 years of experience managing a plant
• Very strong verbal communication skills, ability to effectively communicate one-on-one and present to large group.
• Strong written communication skills: ability to effectively communicate with customers by email, as well as develop written reports and presentations.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and Word, SAP experience is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills
• Experienced in Project Management and statistics.
• Familiarity with DAP products a plus

About DAP

DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products. DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $7.3 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.

You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores. DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.

At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers. Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP’s history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/

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