Senior Plant Manager

PPG Industries; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the coatings industry is looking for a Senior Plant Manager in Little Rock, AR. This role is critical in overseeing the plant's operations, ensuring production quality and safety while implementing cost-effective strategies. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in manufacturing and leadership skills, contributing to a strong safety and environmental culture.

Qualifications

• At least ten years of progressively responsible manufacturing experience.
• At least seven years supervising multiple departments.
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing operations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct and coordinate all activities of the manufacturing plant.
• Ensure safety and environmental performance meets established goals.
• Develop and implement plans to reduce waste and meet regulatory standards.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Safety procedures

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Environmental management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Job description

As a Senior Plant Manager you will be responsible for planning, directing and coordinating all activities of assigned manufacturing Plant. Responsibilities include safety, environmental, quality, production, cost control and leadership of the Plant workforce.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direction, ensure resources, and manage programs to ensure the plant's safety and environmental performance meets established goals
• Develop and implement plans to reduce waste, meet applicable regulatory standards and handles emergency situations that may arise at the Site
• Develop a plant operating plan that is consistent with and supports the business plan
• Determine what resources are required to implement the operating plan and then secure them
• Ensure standards for product quality, equipment and operator performance are established, maintained and improved & that cost-effective technology is used to maximize production
• Develop capital plan to improve plant operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• At least ten years of progressively responsible manufacturing experience, with at least seven years of experience supervising multiple departments
• Thorough knowledge of manufacturing operations and safety procedures
• Demonstrated experience with success in managing a safe and environmentally sound work environment
• Prior experience with Process Safety Management
• Prior experience in Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
• Solvent-based coatings, Heavy manufacturing (Coatings / Chemicals) background, preferred

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

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