Plant Manager Job at Provision People, North Chicago, IL

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  • Provision People
  • North Chicago, IL

Job Description

Summary:

Our award-winning client is seeking a Plant Manager to join their team. As the Plant Manager, you will be the leader of all manufacturing operations. You will oversee production, maintenance, and logistics to ensure we meet our goals for quality, efficiency, and customer delivery. You'll be responsible for managing budgets, optimizing processes, and fostering a positive, safe, and collaborative work environment.

Your role is to drive continuous improvement, lead your team with emotional intelligence, and ensure the plant operates at its full potential.

Responsibilities:

  • Operational Leadership: Plan, organize, and direct all daily manufacturing and maintenance activities. You will optimize the use of manpower, equipment, and resources to maximize asset return and achieve production schedules.

  • Financial Management: Manage department budgets, identify cost reduction opportunities, and ensure financial accountability across all teams.

  • Strategic Collaboration: Act as the central coordinator for all manufacturing-related concerns, working closely with department heads in production, scheduling, quality assurance, human resources, and accounting to ensure smooth workflow.

  • Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to minimize manufacturing costs and improve product standards. You will establish group and individual goals for problem-solving and cost reduction, and maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest production and management concepts.

  • Team and Culture Building: Establish management practices that encourage employee involvement and positive input. You'll be responsible for addressing employee relations and grievances, developing staff, and building a strong, results-oriented culture.

  • Safety and Sustainability: Continually improve the plant's safety record by addressing both physical hazards and employee attitudes toward safety. You will also oversee environmental and sustainability programs.

Required Qualifications:

  • A minimum of seven years of progressive manufacturing experience is required, preferably in the food industry. You must have proven leadership skills and a strong background in manufacturing management.

  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

  • You must be a strong communicator with excellent verbal and written skills. You should possess strong financial and analytical abilities, as well as a proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

  • You must be a decisive and adaptable leader who can inspire and motivate a team. You should be skilled in building strategic relationships and have a customer-focused mindset.

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Work at office,

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