POSITION OVERVIEW –

One of America’s leading manufacturers of sustainably sourced and produced paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is currently conducting a comprehensive search for a uniquely qualified and exceptionally capable plant manager in the metropolitan Detroit area. This position will be fully responsible for all plant activities and personnel and will report to the company’s Director of Manufacturing. The successful candidate will distinguish themselves from other applicants by their confident demeanor, “can do” attitude, unrelenting drive and ambition and innate ability to command respect, set agendas and make decisions and, above all else, lead.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS –

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Business, Engineering, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 10-12 years of manufacturing experience, including at least four (4) in plant management with a significant amount in fast paced, high volume production environments, paper converting and specifically bag manufacturing experience a plus but not required.
• Strong management, leadership, organizational and administrative skills, able to multi-task and stay cool under pressure.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office 365 Skills, advanced level preferred.
• Mechanically inclined, process oriented with strong problem solving skills.
• Hands on, walk around plant floor management style.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, relate to and motivate all employees.

SUMMARY OF BENEFITS –

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In perso

• Supervise and manage all plant functions, including Production & Inventory Control, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Shipping/Receiving, Warehousing, Quality Assurance and Human Resources.
• Supervise and manage effective corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance programs.
• Supervise and manage all manufacturing processes and personnel to meet or exceed daily production goals on a consistent basis.
• Supervise and manage all Quality Assurance policies and procedures for detection and remediation of damaged and/or defective purchased product, work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods.
• Supervise and manage plant purchasing and inventories to increase turns, minimize cost, avoid out-of-stocks and facilitate efficient scheduling.
• Safeguard the health and safety of all employees and avoid legal jeopardy to through strict compliance with all MIOSHA, state, local and federal rules and regulations.
• Safeguard all company assets, including intellectual property, against theft and/or damage through effective employee training, testing and certification programs and strict enforcement of company security and plant visitation policies.
• Ensure all customer orders are shipped complete, on time and accurately.
• Ensure plant is fully staffed, employees properly trained and equipment fully functional at all times.
• Ensure all production lines are set up, crewed and operating efficiently while continuously looking for opportunities to increase productivity.
• Leverage plant resources to meet or exceed all KPI’s, most importantly productivity, quality, waste, safety and budget.
• Maintain neat, clean, well-organized and well-maintained manufacturing, warehouse and administrative areas, free of partial pallets and damaged goods.
• Play an active role in plant recruiting, employee relations and performance management. Review and approve all new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers and raises. Personally interview all management level candidates and participate in and approve all annual reviews.