Plastics Plant Operations Leader

Genpak; Long View (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and view

Paid Vacation Time

11 Paid Holidays

401k with a generous company match

Wellness programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay Access

Job summary

Genpak in Kentucky seeks a Plant Manager to direct the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, timeliness and production of quality products within specifications. This highly collaborative role requires strong organizational, follow-up and communication skills.

You will oversee teams including Production, Quality, Material Scheduling, EH&S, Maintenance and Process/Engineering; drive continuous improvement; ensure GMP, SPC and SQF compliance during

Qualifications

• Large plants require a minimum of 5 years of experience as Manufacturing Plant Manager.
• Medium plants require a minimum of 5 years of combined experience of any of the following: Plant, Production and/or Maintenance Management.
• Small plants require a minimum of 5 years of Production and/or Maintenance Management experience.
• Education or a degree in a relevant field a plus.
• Knowledge of the Plastics Industry processes and equipment, specifically extrusion and thermoforming.
• Knowledge of raw material and production supplies utilized in the production of finished goods.
• Knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with database applications.
• Basic understanding of plastic physical properties and behaviors

Responsibilities

• Oversee, plan and coordinate manufacturing teams including Production, Quality, Material Scheduling, Environmental Health & Safety, Maintenance and Process/Engineering.
• Coordinate with Human Resource, Accounting and Purchasing team members to ensure needs and goals are clearly communicated and that actions are being taken to fully support manufacturing.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, SPC and SQF requirements and serve as a leader and resource during audit processes.
• Ensure safety and environmental policies and procedures are compliant with OSHA, EPA local, state and federal and standards
• Establish systems to collect metric data, analyze productivity and set targets to meet revenue and cost goals.
• Create a positive work environment by ensuring an "Open Door" culture and fostering the positive exchange of ideas.
• Identify and coordinate Continuous Improvement projects to improve safety, productivity and quality results.
• Review, track and report on production and operating metrics.
• Develop, review and approve policies and procedures in support of day-to-day operations
• Oversee continuous improvement projects from conception through implementation
• Foster interdepartmental communication and teamwork.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Follow-up skills

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office

Database applications

Job description

Genpak in Kentucky seeks a Plant Manager to direct the day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, cost efficiency, timeliness and production of quality products within specifications. This highly collaborative role requires strong organizational, follow-up and communication skills.

You will oversee teams including Production, Quality, Material Scheduling, EH&S, Maintenance and Process/Engineering; drive continuous improvement; ensure GMP, SPC and SQF compliance during