Plant Manager (Glasgow, Kentucky, US)

Description

• Ensures the facility is maintained to a high housekeeping standard and that all equipment is in good running order.
• Maintains awareness of individual contribution to and impact of the quality, safety, environmental, and product compliance policies and activities; reports all quality issues, unsafe acts, and unsafe conditions to the proper personnel.
• Responsible for all tasks to achieve compliance goals and demands of the Compliance Management System.
• Responsible for the safe production of quality product delivered to our customers On-Time and In-Full.
• Increases production, line capacity and crew flexibility while minimizing cost and maintaining current quality standards.
• Ensures collection and participates in the analyses of data to reduce waste (materials, machine speed, machine delay).
• Responsible for the overall production output of the facilities and their continued optimization.
• Ensures the monitoring of all operations and the applicable triggering of unsatisfactory conditions, including the development of corrective actions.
• Remain compliant with the Code of Conduct and Policies which includes the Kingspan Group Compliance Policy.
• Applies Lean manufacturing principles to improve, design, and maintain manufacturing processes to achieve organizational goals.
• Ensure that all duties related to product compliance are adhered to in accordance with the Product Compliance Policy, Laws, Regulations, and market demands.
• Directs the planning, organizing and optimum running of day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations.
• Addresses all employees’ concerns or issues to foster a positive work atmosphere.
• Develops and implements systems and processes that track performance to enable optimization of productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to achieve high returns on capital employed.
• Be a Safety leader and exemplify the goal of Zero Harm as a core value (Ensures a safe work environment and adherence to Safety Standards).
• Budgets and manages manufacturing cost structures by developing and maintaining operational expenses within budget and explore cost-reduction measures.
• Must raise concerns related to the Compliance Management System to their supervisor, manager, or any member of the Leadership Team, or through the confidential whistle blower service.

Requirements

• Exceptional organizational and time-management skills.
• Good understanding of National and Local regulatory requirements for plant operations.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office 365 (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, etc.) applications and computer technology.
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Manufacturing, Engineering, or Business Management; or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Strong leadership and managerial attributes, ability to work in a team environment and interface with a diverse workforce.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing management position.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.
• Proven knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, and human resources).
• Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, inventory, and factory leadership processes.
• Strong aptitude for root cause analysis and troubleshooting operational issues.

Benefits

• Culture: We have a great team culture, highly collaborative, supportive and social. Together we innovate, collaborate, take ownership and strive for excellence.
• World of Wellness Philosophy: We empower you to take charge of your health and well-being. You’ll have access to a wide range of medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with personalized guidance from a “Health Advocate.” We also offer other supplemental options, including 401k, legal, disability, and theft insurance, to ensure your financial wellness.
• Mentorship and development: At Tate, we don’t believe in hierarchy, we work together as one team for one common goal. You will have access and exposure to our senior leaders and experts for learning in your role, and additionally mentorship for the future.
• Career Scope and Advancement: As we grow, new positions and career opportunities arise, offering accelerated paths for the right candidates, locally and globally.
• Skills Development: Given the dynamic pace of our business and a strong collaborative environment, your new role will be diverse and multifaceted – allowing you to be more versatile and develop a broader skill set.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance