Plant Manager

PLZ is committed to product stewardship and innovation, strong ethical standards, sustainable operations and most importantly, the development of our people. Whether at our manufacturing facilities or corporate headquarters, PLZ provides to its teams the highest standards of health and safety, and offers you the support you need to create the career you want, through engagement, equity and inclusion, and opportunity. From household cleaning solutions to personal care products, and food to automotive lubricants, PLZ produces more than 2,500 different aerosol and liquid products in our facilities across the continent. We know that being the partner of choice for our clients starts with being the partner of choice for our employees. Learn more at www.plzcorp.

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//youtu.be/XYNIFpLQIJY We are hiring a Plant Manager at the Coal City, IL facility. The ideal candidate will demonstrate hands-on experience leading a manufacturing site that is experiencing significant growth and expanding its capabilities and capacities. This is a tremendous opportunity for the individual to take on the transformation of an existing site and drive organizational and operational excellence.

Primary Responsibilities include:

Lead all aspects of plant operations. Be a champion of safety to maintain a culture that protects the employees, equipment, and environment. Create and drive accountability to performance metrics with the management team and on the plant floor. Consistently deliver on operational KPIs and develop action plans to close any gaps. Execute the production plan, ensuring that key resources are available on time and balanced to business needs. Ensure products are manufactured on time and in full to meet customers' service targets. Ensure the site meets all quality standards set by customers, certifying agencies, and internal quality management systems. Identify and implement savings opportunities to deliver year-over-year cost reductions. Collaborate on budget development and consistently deliver results that meet or exceed established financial targets. Lead CAPEX planning and execution to drive automation improvements while sustaining facility operations and infrastructure. Lead and develop an adaptable, high-performing team of people leaders focused on delivering results and adapting to changing demands. Establish a cadence of accountability at all levels of the plant. Lead cross-functional collaboration with Sales, R D, and customers.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Operational Management, or a similar field Minimum 7+ years of related experience Successful track record of delivering consistent OEE improvements while providing 95%+ on-time, in-full (OTIF) service to customers Experience with lean tools including Kaizen, Six Sigma, continuous flow operations, autonomous and total productive maintenance, workplace organization, people development, and value stream analysis 3+ years of experience using SAP, SPC, and WMS preferred Strong leadership and communication skills

Compensation:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $180,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $195,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. PLZ Corp offers a robust suite of benefits including: Medical, Dental & Vision benefits. Company paid Life and Short-Term disability. Voluntary benefits including additional life, disability, and hospital/accident insurance. 401k & company provided match. Paid Time Off Bonus incentive programs (Note, bonuses are subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.