Plant Manager BrightPet- Salem (Raw Advantage Processing) - 2.8 Salem, OR Job Details Full-time 21 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Staff supervision Team supervision Coaching Managing production or assembly teams Workplace dispute resolution Process improvement Manufacturing standard operating procedures Process improvement planning Standard operating procedures (SOPs) Lean manufacturing Implementing lean manufacturing processes Standard operating procedures drafting

Full Job Description Position Summary:

Position Title:

Plant Manager Department:

Production Classification:

Exempt Reports To:

General Manager Location:

BrightPet -

Salem Direct Reports:

Shift Supervisors Position:

A successful Plant Manager will lead the Shift Supervisors to achieve the Production Goals. The Plant Manager will monitor the performance of Shift Supervisors and ensure that tasks are completed. Follow safety procedures and instructions in accordance with all

Food Safety, GMP & SOP Guidelines Roles and Responsibilities:

Meet with the General Manager to understand needs, plans and production goals. Oversee Shift Supervisors to study the production schedule in detail to clearly understand the requirements for the shift assignment. Experience working in food or meat manufacturing a plus. Bilingual a plus. Review the manpower and hours required to meet the production goal Make recommendations for adjustments to increase or decrease overtime and manpower required to meet production schedule. Make recommendations for adjustments to work procedures and team roles to meet the production schedule. Willingness to be hand-on and work alongside the team. Reviewing with Supervisors that the raw material and packaging inventory is ready to meet production goals

Leadership:

Coach Supervisors to provide structure, accountability and foster a positive culture for all employees. Foster opportunities for Supervisors to improve document flow, communications and to achieve customer's expectations. Gather information from Supervisors on ways to improve production methods, equipment performance and quality of product. Implement changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of facility, department or work crew. Foster opportunities for daily learning strategies to build knowledge and accountability.

Supervision:

• Oversee Supervisor's shift performance as it relates to managing manpower, equipment and product output.
• Interface with other departments to ensure that customer deadlines are met
• Analyze and resolve work problems by coaching Supervisors to resolve problems and issues.
• Make timely decisions (or seek advice for decisions beyond his/her control) so that production time and product quality is achieved.
• Monitor Supervisor's safety and performance throughout the shift
• Maintain accurate and timely production records
• Monitor that all human resources documentation, records and issues with shift employees are completed

Communication:

• Maintain good communication with General Manager on critical items to obtain approval or feedback.
• Reply to all company communications, follow up on commitments made and complete all necessary documents in a timely and accurate manner.
• Clearly communicate the company policies, expectations and requirements to all Supervisors without discrimination.
• Oversee that all grievances, safety, and production issues are handled with the proper documentation on a timely basis. Commitment
• Develop a personal plan to achieve company goals.
• Look for opportunities to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Bring to the General Manager proposals with well-detailed action plans and develop a budget for improvement of facilities, department performance or for meeting overall production goals.
• Participate in all company management training, meetings, and special events.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to cold and hot/humid temperatures within the plant, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment can be loud.

Required Competency:

• Analytical Skills
• Lean Manufacturing
• Development of SOP and Operational Run Rules
• Positive Energy
• Approachable
• Character/Integrity
• Collaboration
• Inquisitive
• Process Improvement
• Supervision and coaching skills
• Problem Solving
• Conflict Resolution
• Good written and verbal skills

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): What are your salary expectations for this role? Ability to

Relocate:

Salem, OR 97317: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person