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MPD Northwoods Pallet & Cutstock
Plant Manager
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What they do
A Production Plant Manager directs work and resources needed for a manufacturing production process. Plans and manages production work that meets cost, quality and quantity specifications for a company or project.
$117,231 / year median in Michigan
+1% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a Plant Manager to drive continuous improvement and optimization of the cut-stock process. The Plant Manager will oversee all daily operations of the plant from production and manufacturing to ensuring policies and procedures are followed. They develop processes that will maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity. Salary is dependent on experience. Responsibilities Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards Be responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results Implement strategies and provide a clear sense of direction and focus Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions Share a trusting relationship with work-group and recruit, manage and develop plant staff Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime Commit to plant safety procedures Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets. Influence and learn from below Skills Proven work experience as a plant manager and cut-stock a plus. Proven managerial experience. Familiarity with the pallet industry standard equipment and technical expertise Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes Computer literacy Ability to create accountability and to lead by example Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills