Education/Experience:

• BS in Chemical Engineering
• Strong Project Management background handling multi-million dollar projects
• 8+ years of experience in a fast-paced Consumer Packaged Goods environment
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification a plus
• Proven record of successes in a high-speed manufacturing environment.
• Experience implementing and/or managing Toyota Production Systems

Summary:

• Ensures that the facility provides the highest quality products produced most efficiently within budgeted costs. Implement systems to effectively manage production schedules properly supporting the business.
• Leads the effort and drives Lean Manufacturing tools and techniques fostering continuous improvement within the facility. Acts in a proactive fashion regarding problem resolution.
• Manages profit and loss for the facility and drives Plant performance and reviews KPIs regularly
• Leads the overall strategic planning efforts for the location which include cost reduction initiatives, capital planning, and resources as well as in other areas.
• Manages the overall safety, quality, scheduling, production, shipping, maintenance, and other administrative functions for the facility.
• Leads the effort in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient operation working within all company guidelines and local/state/federal regulations.
• Strives to improve the plant’s safety accident record year over year in creating a positive safety culture for all employees. Conducts safety walks of the facility weekly.
• Conducts talent reviews. Trains develop and motivate staff to optimize the workforce. Delivers performance reviews and any feedback to the team as needed.