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Plant Manager Sabert - 3.3 Chicago, IL Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Report preparation Customer communication Microsoft Excel Team leadership Employee relationship building Manufacturing facility Team development Leading team collaboration initiatives Kaizen Meeting facilitation Managing manufacturing teams Operational excellence initiatives Productivity software Quality improvement programs in engineering Technical Proficiency Team building Analytics Full Job Description What makes Sabert a great place to work: Pay, benefits and more. Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits click here.
Learn More About Sabert:
We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining. Want more insight on what it's like to work for Sabert? Click here to hear directly from our employees and learn more about our Company's mission. We're committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process, to learn more about accommodations please call (732) 721-5544 or email for assistance. Please do not send resumes to the above email address, applications submitted via email will not be considered unless specifically invited to do so. Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert. Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open position The Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of one of Sabert Corporation's paper facilities, including safety, quality, machine efficiencies, waste, preventative maintenance, overall profitability, and continuous improvement. This role provides leadership and direction to production, maintenance, quality, and support teams to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective plant operations. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ensure the safe operation of the plant and the safety of the manufacturing workforce. Ensure all departments have the required safety training, documentation, and records are current, accurate, and complete. Respond to plant safety audit results and lead corrective actions to eliminate unsafe work conditions. Oversee the overall management and direction of department production managers and the maintenance department. Ensure the Maintenance Work Order System and Preventative Maintenance programs are being executed across all areas of plant operations. Ensure manufacturing complies with all customer quality, food safety, and audit requirements. Partner with Quality Assurance on quality improvement initiatives, audit preparation and response, and quality training. Manage internal, external, and supplier-related quality issues, including corrective action, follow-up audits, and assessment of held material when required. Coordinate with production scheduling to ensure customer due dates are met, staffing levels support the production plan, and inventory levels remain appropriate. Drive process improvement initiatives for all KPIs, including safety, quality, machine efficiency, labor hours, waste, preventative maintenance, cost management, and profitability. Lead and support MDI and Kaizen events to drive waste reduction, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement across the facility. Analyze and review key manufacturing data to ensure the facility meets annual fiscal budget goals and company operational objectives. Review and approve all plant purchases while promoting a strong culture of fiscal responsibility. Train and develop salaried and hourly employees to support a strong and sustainable organizational capability. Work in accordance with the labor agreement while upholding management's rights. Partner with Plant HR Managers and department managers on employee discipline, grievances, and other workforce-related issues. Work with the Engineering and other Manufacturing or Plant Managers to optimize plant operations. Maintain positive working relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal departments. Collaborate with local community partners and HR to develop education programs that help build a skilled workforce. Work with local and county governments to resolve plant-related issues. Develop strategic plans for plant operations. Coordinate strategic meetings related to plant growth, including capital meetings, capacity meetings, and product improvement meetings. Support other company initiatives as assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related discipline, or equivalent experience. Master's degree in Engineering or Business preferred. 10 to 12 years of experience as a proven manager in a manufacturing environment. At least 6 years of experience in a high-production environment. 10 years of corrugated or paper manufacturing experience preferred. Strong knowledge of continuous improvement methods, including MDI and Kaizen event facilitation. Strong ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications and technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and present information effectively to managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Working knowledge of equipment design, capabilities, and cost management to support daily decision-making and continuous improvement. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong leadership, organizational, planning, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to develop strong teams focused on company goals and objectives. Ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where change is constant. Strong analytical and continuous improvement mindset in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Domestic and international travel required.
