Plant Manager

at  Pattison Sign Group

WHO WE ARE

Pattison ID - We design, build and maintain physical spaces and facilities for brands that want to use their physical spaces to drive value and impact for customers. We are one of the largest companies in our space, with 8 manufacturing facilities, 5 sales and operations offices and over 1,000 employees in the US and Canada.
We operate independently within The Jim Pattison Group, headquartered in Vancouver, and comprised of over 605 locations worldwide. The Jim Pattison Group is broadly based across the automotive, media, packaging, food sales and distribution, magazine distribution, entertainment, export, and financial industries. With sales of over $15 billion in 2022 and more than 49,500 employees, the Jim Pattison Group is the second-largest private company in Canada.
We are looking for a Plant Manager to oversee the operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring efficient production, lead an all-star team, conduct quality control, transportation and adherence to safety regulations.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the plant for extended periods.
• Ability to sit or stand for periods at a time while preforming office duties.
• Capability to navigate stairs, ladders, or other elevated areas.
• Proficiency in using tools and machinery, along with ability to use a mouse and keyboard for office related activities
• Adequate vision to monitor processes and read gauges and instruments in the plant.
• Adequate vision to complete office tasks such as reading and editing word documents, excel spreadsheets, or emails.
• Ability to hear alarms, equipment sounds, and communicate effectively in a noisy environment.
• Willingness to work in various environments such as in the office, or in the plant, including temperature variations and potential exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Strong analytical abilities to identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strong focus on operation excellence.
• Ability to balance competing priorities, make sound decisions under pressure, and deliver on performance expectations.
• Capability to lead, motivate, and manage a diverse team.
• Ability to make timely and informed decisions based on data and operational needs.
• Meticulousness in monitoring processes and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Competence in managing multiple priorities and tasks simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to develop strategic plans and ensure efficient resource allocation.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing circumstances and demands within the plant.

EXPERIENCE

Preferred

• 5 - 10 years: Sign manufacturing and production experience

• Operational Management:
• Oversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, workforce management, and equipment maintenance.
• Production Planning:
• Develop and implement production plans to meet customer demands while optimizing resource allocation and minimizing costs.
• Quality Assurance:
• Implement and maintain quality control systems to ensure product conformance to specifications and customer requirements.
• Safety and Environmental Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with all safety, health, and environmental regulations. Foster a strong safety culture within the plant.
• Performance Management:
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure plant performance (including Utilization, Direct Labor %, NCs, etc.)
• Analyze data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Team Leadership:
• Build and develop a high-performance team of production supervisors, leads, and staff.
• Cost Management:
• Identify and implement cost-reduction initiatives to improve plant profitability.
• Continuous Improvement:
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives and process improvement projects to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Problem Solving:
• Analyze and resolve operational issues promptly to minimize disruptions.
• Communication:
• Effectively communicate with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, supply chain and other plants.
• Additional duties and responsibilities may be required of the job holder upon business needs and at the request of Pattison ID Management.