Plant Operations Manager

DAP; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Pension

Paid parental leave

Health insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

DAP is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the compounding and packaging departments, guiding 135+ associates across 24x4 and 12x3 operations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, customer service, efficiency, and cost management while preserving a non-union environment.

The position requires strong leadership, strategic planning, budgeting, and cross-functional collaboration with the Plant Manager and other peers to drive continuous improvement and meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years experience in the relevant field.
• Management training with maintenance skills, knowledge, and ability.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical and time management skills.
• Microsoft Office software, MRO systems, Mainframe interactions, inventory, and financial management skills.
• Ability to hit timelines.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate staffing requirements within customer service and budgetary constraints.
• Establish safety culture and housekeeping standards to maintain a safe facility.
• Establish quality standards and procedures to ensure product quality.
• Hire, train, develop, and evaluate staff to maintain non-union status and drive continuous improvement.
• Establish and monitor key metrics, analyze data, and implement corrective actions to meet objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Analytical

Time management

Planning

Staff management

Budgeting

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

MRO systems

Mainframe interactions

Inventory management

Financial management

Job description

The Operations Manager is a key plant position responsible for planning and coordinating the activities of the compounding and packaging departments. Responsible for Safety, Quality, Customer Service, Efficiency, Cost, and Maintaining the non-union status of the plant.

Directly responsible for leading 135+ associates across a 24x4 and 12x3 manufacturing operation, with plant operations strategically idled on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings.

Responsibilities

Planning and Coordinating Workload

• Plan and Coordinate staffing requirements within customer service and budgetary constraints. Work with planners and purchasing to develop the most efficient/low cost daily manufacturing plan to exceed customer service objectives. Effectively communicate and coordinate plan with all shifts and associates. Track progress toward plan. Follow-up and adjust as needed to achieve goals and maximize resources. Participate in strategic planning, annual budget process, and annual physical inventory process as needed.

Safety

• Assist Plant Manager and Peer Managers in the continued development of our behavioral based safety culture. Be a continuous safety leader. Instill continuous improvement in safely results.
• Establish industry best housekeeping standards, procedures, and associate practices to maintain a professional, neat, and safe facility. Instill continuous improvement and excellence in facility housekeeping practices

Quality

• Work with Peer Managers to establish industry best quality standards, procedures, and associate practices to ensure only the highest quality products are produced.

Team Building

• Hire, train, develop, and evaluate staff to ensure the non-union status of the facility is maintained, personnel and team development improves, and a self-directed workforce develops. Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company HR policy to consistently enforce company policies and standards.
• Establish and monitor key metrics in all areas. Analyze data, identify trends, implement needed corrections to ensure processes and practices stay in control while continuous improvement objectives are obtained. Recommend cost savings ideas. Lead RCA investigations and participate in FIT Events and Green Belt Projects.

Communication

• Establish strong lines of communication with the Plant Manager on a daily basis. Form open communication channels with all associates and subordinates. Be approachable to all. Be professional in all interactions. Work effectively and relate well with others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Engineering, or related field.
• 7 years+ experience in the relevant field.
• Management training with maintenance skills, knowledge, and ability.
• Excellent leadership, communication, analytical and time management skills
• Microsoft Office software, MRO systems, Mainframe interactions, inventory, and financial management skills.
• Ability to hit timelines.
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company Provided Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k) plans
• Employer-funded pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

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 $6.1 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/