Plant Operations Leader - Lean, Safety & Growth

Socket.dev; Strong (ME); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Bonus

Employee referral bonus

2 weeks paid time off + 2 floating HOL

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Employee heating pellet program

Lignetics SWAG gear

Job summary

Lignetics, Inc. seeks an experienced Plant Operations Manager to lead safety, production, and maintenance across the facility.

You will set production schedules, coordinate departments, and drive cost-efficient, sustainable improvements in a wood product manufacturing environment. The role requires a bachelor’s in Manufacturing/Industrial Management, 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ in leadership, and a Lean/Six Sigma background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Management or related field preferred.
• 10+ years manufacturing experience with 5+ years in leadership.
• Lean/Six Sigma experience a plus.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking and leadership skills.
• Ability to work in varied weather and oversee cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate operations across safety, production and maintenance.
• Lead safety initiatives to improve culture and performance.
• Develop production schedules and communicate goals to departments.
• Analyze equipment efficiency and materials supply; coordinate manpower.
• Manage department expenses, budgets and purchasing within guidelines.
• Drive process improvements and manage inventory accuracy at plant level.
• Supervise managers, shift leads and production staff; oversee training.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Problem solving

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Management

Job description

Lignetics, Inc. seeks an experienced Plant Operations Manager to lead safety, production, and maintenance across the facility.

You will set production schedules, coordinate departments, and drive cost-efficient, sustainable improvements in a wood product manufacturing environment. The role requires a bachelor’s in Manufacturing/Industrial Management, 10+ years in manufacturing with 5+ in leadership, and a Lean/Six Sigma background.