Plant Manager

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? This Plant Manager role provides leadership and direction in the operations of a wallboard Gypsum business as part of the CertainTeed Interior Products Group: in alignment with the Company’s Vision, Mission Statement and Values. This position, using World Class Manufacturing (WCM) and Continuous Improvement techniques, will assure priority focus on EH&S and Sustainability in accordance with corporate standards, manufacture superior quality, cost efficient products focused on providing an excellent customer experience. Enforces safety rules and policies, so that all employees, contractors, and visitors achieve a target of zero TF1/ TF2 accidents. Assures systems are in place to meet Saint-Gobain’s waste and energy, sustainability goals. Monitors quality systems to assure all products are shipped within targeted specifications. Interacts with direct reports, Supply Chain, Sales, Logistics, and Customer Service to assure preferred service. Recruits and develops a competent plant labor force and skilled professional staff. Directs plant personnel and/or contractors to maintain all equipment to meet benchmark targets and environmental standards. Must meet cost budgets and cost targets through the efficient use of all resources. Develop and execute on cost savings plans. Meet on-time and lead time goals and objectives. Must assure plant is in full compliance with company internal financial control standards. Must maintain and update plant business plans and business continuity plans. Continue to grow the plants’ knowledge of WCM practices and use Continuous Improvement techniques. Continue to grow the plants’ knowledge of WCM practices and use Continuous Improvement techniques. Must have competency in developing and training direct or indirect reports for advancement. Develop a Capital Budget and assure projects are completed within budget and on time. Develop and successfully execute an operational budget. Interact with sales by visiting customers and driving towards preferred quality status. Must be able to handle in a professional manner regulatory agency inspections. Work with the Sales Managers, Product Managers, Supply Chain and Technical Services to identify opportunities for sales growth and improvement opportunities. Will assist other plants in enhancing their operations through knowledge or expertise of best practice. Will assist Technical Services and Product Management in running product trials or demonstrations. Develop a master business plan for the facility. IS THIS JOB FOR YOU? BA or BS Degree in engineering or business. Technical Training & Experience - Equivalent technical training in a relevant manufacturing environment that provides a comprehensive knowledge of plant leadership and 10 years of relevant manufacturing experience. Plant Leadership (minimum of 10 years) - Progressive manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in a plant leadership role with responsibility for safety, quality, production, and maintenance. People Leadership (minimum of 5 years) - Leading salaried managers and hourly workforces, including employee development, succession planning, and performance management. Union Environment (minimum of 3 years) - Managing operations within a unionized manufacturing environment, including labor relations and administration of collective bargaining agreements. EH&S (minimum of 5 years) - Demonstrated experience establishing and sustaining a strong safety culture and ensuring compliance with EH&S requirements. Regulatory Compliance (minimum of 5 years) - Experience overseeing regulatory inspections and maintaining compliance with applicable operational, environmental, financial-control, and company requirements. Demonstrate leadership and team building skills. Knowledge of Make to stock, Engineer to Order, and Make to Order environments Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills. Knowledge of computer software: Microsoft Office,…

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