RSO Plant Manager in New Castle

Energy Jobline ZR; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

401k & ESOP

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Rehrig Pacific is seeking a Plant Manager for our RSO facility in Delaware. The role emphasizes human-centered leadership, developing a high-performing team, and driving operational excellence in day-to-day plant operations.

You will ensure safety compliance, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and manage resources to meet quality and productivity standards while staying within budget. A strong emphasis on empathy, authenticity, and team development is required.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of plant management or similar leadership experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead with a human-centered approach to develop and engage the plant team.
• Oversee EHS&S compliance, conduct safety checks and maintain scorecards.
• Drive CI by using Kaizen, PDCA, and A3 to improve processes.
• Maintain operational excellence by meeting quality, productivity and budget goals.

Skills

Plant management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma

Job description

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Great benefits including: Medical, Dental Vision and Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; 401k & ESOP; Profit Sharing; Tuition Reimbursement and more!

Position Summary:

The RSO Plant Manager is a dynamic and people-focused leader responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the plant while fostering a culture rooted in human-centered leadership. This role emphasizes managing people with empathy and authenticity, celebrating their successes, and cultivating an environment of and belonging. The RSO Plant Manager is committed to growing and developing a high-performing team while driving operational excellence. Key responsibilities include managing plant operations ensuring the plant is compliant with all safety policies and procedures, driving continuous improvement, and championing Rehrig’s mission and values.

Key Accountabilities:

1. Demonstrate and Ensure Human-Centered Leadership:
   • Lead with empathy and understanding, prioritizing the well-being and development of all team members.
   • Recognize and celebrate individual and team achievements to foster a positive and motivating work environment.
   • Promote and maintain a workplace culture where all employees feel valued, included, and empowered to contribute.
   • Implement and execute the plant’s People Engagement plan
2. Ensure Compliance with Environmental, Health, Safety & Sustainability (EHS&S):
   • Perform frequent compliance reviews. Lock out tag out (LOTO) periodic inspections, site safety checklist, EHS&S calendar action items.
   • Perform frequent Behavior Based Safety Observations (BBSOs)
   • Perform frequent 5S inspections to ensure facility is compliant.
   • Monitor Site EHS&S Scorecard and utilize Velocity EHS to identify leading indicators.
3. Drive Continuous Improvement:
   • Build continuous improvement activities into the daily work at the plant by involving the team in Kaizen activity. Utilize Kaizen methodology along with other tools such as Plan Do Check Act (PDCA) and A3 to drive continuous improvement.
   • Monitor KPI Metrics to drive decision-making
   • Develop and help manage capital improvement projects
   • Manage and support site CI tracker to analyze efficacy of CI projects
4. Maintain Operational Excellence:
   • Oversee plant operations to ensure high standards of Quality and Productivity are consistently met to standard.
   • Operate within Site budget by managing plant resources effectively

Qualifications:

• Experienced in plant management or a similar leadership role for at least 3 years.
• High School diploma required or equivalent.
• Experience in driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to team development and operational excellence.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.

Why Rehrig Pacific?

Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries with a diverse customer list of industry leaders. We provide end-to-end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to the values, mission, and unique culture within our organization that celebrates our people. We believe in fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and know that they are viewed as integral members of the Rehrig Pacific Family.

Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of , , ancestry, , , , , , citizenship, marital status, , or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.