> Directly supports the plant manager in all aspects of daily plant operations. Assume all duties and responsibilities of the acting plant manager when needed.

> Interacts with plant management to establish production and quality standards

> Plans and directs production activities and priorities for products in keeping with effective operations and cost factors

> Coordinates production activities along with procurement, maintenance, production planning, safety and quality control activities to obtain optimal use of employee and equipment resources

> Reviews and analyzes production to determine causes on non-conformity with production specifications and operating or production problems

> Through collaboration and effective communication with all appropriate parties, develops and implements methods and procedures to eliminate operation problems and improve product quality

> Communicates and coordinates with engineering to modify machines and equipment in order to improve production and quality of products

> Revises production schedule as necessary

> Effectively communicates any changes in schedules, production or procedures to all shifts and employees

> Manages performance and development of all of their direct reports

> Performs other job-related duties as required or assigned

Job Requirements
> Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business or a related field. Master’s degree a plus

> At least 10 years of progressive job responsibilities working in a manufacturing environment

> At least 5 years in a managerial role supervising multiple shifts

> Career goals should be plant manager and beyond

> Individual must be willing to relocate for growth/advancement opportunities

> Must be available to work various shifts if needed and be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime to cover absences or provide additional support

> Approximately 10% overnight travel

Preferred Requirements

> Packaging industry experience

Competencies

> Strong problem solving skills and the ability to effectively solve problems both on an individual and collaborative approach

> Must believe in the team approach to solving problems and must have proven success in leading teams to resolve specific problems

> Working knowledge of SPC, Six Sigma, 5S, SMED and Lean Manufacturing

> Knowledge of PC’s and software programs Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint

> Working knowledge of accounting and financial aspects of manufacturing

> The individual should possess superior people skills with a history of developing talent for progression within the organization