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Job Title: Plant Manager Company: MBL Group, LLC Location: Seattle, WA Description: Our client, Longview Fibre, Inc. is a major manufacturer of value-added corrugated and solid-fiber containers, and other paper products. The company operates one of the largest pulp-paper mills in the world at Longview, WA; 7 converting plants on the west coast & intermountain regions and is a leader in recycled-content paper packaging. Founded in 1927 Longview is privately held by Brookfield Asset Management. The company is financially sound, has great access to capital and superior assets and capabilities. The Container Division’s modern plants produce virtually any type or size of box to package a myriad of products. The company’s product mix reflects the dramatic changes in packaging in the last decade and includes high graphic direct color printing, full-color litho-laminating, specialty die cuts boxes, solid-fiber boxes, point of purchase displays, bulk-bins, triple-wall boxes and large bulk-liquid bins. Longview has an immediate need for an experienced Plant Manager to join their team in Seattle. The Plant Manager, in a shared working relationship with the Sales Manager, will oversee all operations of the plant and will report to the Container Division General Manager. The Plant Manager will interact with plant employees and customers to maximize productivity and profitability of the plant. This individual will be adept at establishing strong working relationships with employees and customers while facilitating changes to strengthen safety, production quality, production processes, customer service and profitability. Responsibilities include budget and financial management, oversight of plant performance and equipment, direct management of supervisors and production managers, and motivation and development of trust and teamwork. This individual will also head up all safety and quality efforts, coordinate training, resolve labor and production issues and ensure complaints are resolved. Position requirements include a BS in business, production or related field. A minimum of 7+ years of experience in corrugated plant operations with at least 5+ years in a management role. Superior leadership skills, including lead-by-example management style and a passion for quality. Superior knowledge of and commitment to safety. History of success developing and managing budgets, improving metrics, and achieving aggressive goals. Ability to develop rapport/credibility with diverse functional groups including senior management. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. CPI, 6-Sigma, Lean manufacturing experience is a plus. Proficient with MS Office programs. Longview is an EEO employer and offers an attractive compensation package.

Job Title: Plant Manager Company: Cargill Location: Eden, NC Description: Shift: Day Job Type: Standard Location: US-NC-Eden Field: Operations Description: I choose Opportunity. Whatever job you're looking for, you can probably find it at Cargill. Our diverse partnerships across a variety of industries mean countless career opportunities for you. It's your choice. It's your future. And you can make it happen at Cargill. An exciting opportunity exists in the Emerging Business Accelerator, within the Brewing Residual Solutions Team for a motivated individual to manage the Eden, NC plant and team.  We're looking for an experienced manager to lead a highly engaged team to efficiently produce BRST's products while achieving our customer solutions strategy.  The Plant Manager will be responsible for ensuring a safe and efficient operation to provide customers with required products within specification, on time, and at a cost effective rate. This position will directly manage the Process Engineer, Logistics/Marketing Coordinator, and Production Supervisor and indirectly manage 3 customer service/admin clerks and 12 production employees.  Principal Accountabilities: 20% - Develop and manage P&L to positively impact business margin and pricing. 20% - Plant Performance & Operating Efficiency: measure and improve plant performance through understanding of the internal programs and accounting systems.  Lead root cause analysis (RCA) efforts and pursue options for continuous improvement.        15% - Environmental Health & Safety: Develop, execute and implement a HACCP and EHS plan.  Promote our philosophy of sincere concern for the health and safety of all our employees.  Meet all federal, local, and corporate requirements for EHS. Attend to EHS incidents or emergencies. Participate with EHS initiatives including safety meetings, audits, and inspections. 15% - Project Management: Identify business projects with commercial team, develop capital commitments as needed, identify and secure resources as needed, ensure project is completed on time, on budget, and meets customer needs. 15% - Customer Satisfaction and Product Quality Management - Assist the business in creating and communicating superior value for our customers.  Manufacture products, which conform to customer and BRS product design requirements.  Assist with resolving customer concerns and help to identify root cause and implement corrective action for product/service deviation. 10% - Employee Management: Hire, train, develop and engage people so they have opportunity to learn and achieve their maximum potential. 5% - Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.  Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Animal Science, or related field 5+ years plant management experience Understanding of federal, state and local laws affecting facility Past experience in developing, executing and implementing a HACCP and EHS plan Ability to effectively use Excel and PowerPoint Ability to follow Cargill's Guiding Principles and Policies Proven success in customer service and at providing customer solutions Successful project management experience, including plant construction Experience managing operating budget This position will be located in Eden, NC, which is 35 miles north of Greensboro. Cargill is an international producer and marketer of food, agricultural, financial and industrial products and services.  Founded in 1865, the privately held company employs 159,000 people in 68 countries.  Cargill helps customers succeed through collaboration and innovation, and is committed to applying its global knowledge and experience to help meet economic, environmental and social challenges wherever it does business.  For more information, visit www.cargill.com. Cargill is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Title: Plant Supervisor - Fabrication Company: Markent Personnel Location: Eau Claire, WI Description: 200 employee manufacturer of heavy fabricated weldments for off-the-road equipment like Caterpillar, John Deere,  JI Case. and Bucyrus Erie.RESPONSIBILITIES: Set clear expectations, provide tools to meet those goals, and hold co-workers accountable. Analyze work orders and blueprints to determine materials and processes required. Maintain the supply of tools and materials necessary to meet the production schedule. Ensure equipment is in good operating condition and all preventative maintenance has been performed.  Analyze and resolve work problems by fascilitating and supporting team meetings to identify problems and implement corrective actions. REQUIREMENTS: An Associate Degree and 3 plus years supervison experience in a heavy metal fabrication environment or 8 plus years supervision experience in a heavy metal fabrication environment that used oxycetyline burn machines, lasers, and hi-def plasma.Sorry but our client will not VISA sponsor.

Job Title: Environmental / Steam Plant Supervisor Company: Cascades Location: Versailles, CT Description: Environmental / Steam Plant Supervisor Click To ViewCascadesGREEN BY NATURECascades Boxboard Group CT, LLC Versailles Mill is one of four boxboard mills in North America that is part of Norampac, a division of Cascades. Norampac also owns seven container board mills, twenty-seven corrugated product plants and five folding carton plants in the United States, Canada, and France. Norampac is the largest containerboard and boxboard producer in Canada and a major Canadian manufacturer of corrugated products and folding cartons. Products produced at the Versailles Mill include: Inverlite, Inverfreeze, Inverkote, Invertop, and Inverchip.ENVIRONMENTAL / STEAM PLANT SUPERVISORYour Duties and Responsibilities- Ensure the management of Cascades environmental mission as well as compliance with the State of Connecticut DEP, Federal DEP, and local standards and regulations.- Take part in governmental approval application, effluent discharge reduction & residue reclamation programs, and work with management to determine and manage optimization processes and projects that affect the mill's performance.- Supervise Power House/Steam Plant and Environmental Operators on a daily basis.- Ensure the reliability and availability of equipment under your responsibility while optimizing production efficiency of thermal power stations to meet operational requirements.- Plan, coordinate and supervise work plans for department (planned work interruptions, daily work), coordinate subcontractors and follow up on work carried out.- Take part in continuous improvement activities.- Ensure the occupational health and safety laws as well as company policies and procedures are applied in everyday activities (confined spaces, lock-outs, internal rules, etc.).Your Strength and Competencies- Class II Waste Water Operator License is required.- Minimum of 5 years of experience managing/supervising:- environmental compliance;- effluent processing techniques as well as different residue reclamation and processing procedures.- Have working knowledge of:- environmental trends, new developments, as well as current environmental laws and regulations;- steam plant/power house operations.Please forward your resume before October 30, 2009 to the following address: Shannon Haddad, 130 Inland Rd Versailles, CT 06383. Telephone: Register to View Fax: Register to View - E-mail: Register to View Inc. is an equal opportunity employerAs Posted in the Providence Journal

Job Title: Plant Manager Trainee (5626BR) Company: Land O'Lakes Location: Fort Worth, TX Description: AutoReqId: 5626BRJob Title: Plant Manager TraineeCareer Category: Manufacturing and OperationsLocation of Position - State and City: TX - Fort WorthDepartment Name: ManufacturingBusiness Unit: FeedBusiness Unit Description:Land O’Lakes Purina Feed LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Land O’Lakes Inc, is North America’s leading feed company, providing producers, cooperatives and dealers with an extensive line of animal feed, ingredients and services.Position Purpose:This position is intended to be a training position for future development into a plant manager within our Animal Feed Division or other appropriate role within the feed operations team. As a Trainee, you will assist in leading the overall activities of the feed plant and to ensure quality products and services are provided to our customers. Responsibilities include learning all plant processes including maintenance, regulatory compliance including quality and safety programs, human resources activities, and managerial and administrative functions. Upon completion of the training program, you will be relocated to another feed plant, most likely within our Southwestern Region.Willingness to relocate is a requirement.Required (Basic) Experience & Education:4 year degree in engineering, agriculture, or related field. Must be oriented toward process improvement and have demonstrated computer skills.Required Competencies & Other Skills:Communication, Decision Making, Safety Awareness, Quality Orientation, Technical / Professional Knowledge, Customer Focus, Time Management, Applied LearningPreferred Experience & Education:Exposure to feed manufacturing, or general production environment is preferred.

Job Title: Manufacturing Plant Manager Company: Independent Can Company Location: Fort Madison, IA Description: Independent Can Company, a leading specialty can manufacturer; is looking for an aggressive, high-energy plant manager for its new Fort Madison, Iowa location. Successful candidate must have proven managerial and communication skills. Good mechanical aptitude and demonstrated strong analytical ability are required. The successful candidate must have a four-year college degree and be computer literate. Can manufacturing experience is a plus. We offer an excellent compensation package that includes 401k, profit sharing, and medical and dental benefits. Company strongly believes, supports, hires and manages by our employee-developed Core Values of Fairness, Flexibility, Market and Customer Driven, Dedication, Responsibility and Teamwork.  Qualified candidates should submit resumes with salary history to:Human Resources ManagerIndependent Can CompanyPO Box 3701300 Brass Mill RoadBelcamp, Maryland 21017FAX Register to View Register to View No Recruiting Services Accepted

Job Title: Second Shift Plant Supervisor Company: Rohrer Corporation Location: Chicago, IL Description: Manufacturing   Second Shift Plant Supervisor     Huntley Manufacturing Company is seeking candidates for a second shift supervisor responsible for overall operations including thermoforming, support operations and  employee supervision.  Utilize extensive supervisory experience to fulfill the needs and requirements of the company and its customers.  Direct all activities to meet quality and quantity requirements as well as identifying problems and generating solutions.   Responsibilities include monitoring quality, productivity and material usage.  Would also be responsible for safety and preventative maintenance programs/initiatives.   Must have excellent supervisory and communication skills.  Experience in production environment required.  ISO 9001 experience and safety initiatives and programs experience a plus.   High School Diploma required.  College degree preferred.   Excellent benefits including medical and life insurance, 401 k & bonus program. EOE  Send resume to: Register to View  Fax to: Register to View Rohrer Corporation P.O. Box 248 13701 George Bush Court Huntley, IL 60142

Job Title: Plant Manager Company: Ferro Corporation Location: Bridgeport, NJ Description: FERRO CORPORATIONPolymer and Ceramic Engineered MaterialsDelaware River Plant – Bridgeport, New Jersey PLANT MANAGER This position reports to Manager, Operations for North America, and is responsible for environmental, health and safety, maintenance and engineering, and the efficient utilization of the plant facilities. Responsible for employee relations and quality. The Plant Manager will promote a sense of continuous improvement in all aspects at the site. The position will also act as liaison to the community in ensuring Ferro’s position as a good neighbor. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION:   Ensure/assist in compliance to environmental, training, safety, transportation and all other regulations that the company must abide by while performing the following duties: Environmental, Health & Safety: Responsible to ensure site’s compliance with all environmental and safety requirements. Implement management systems to ensure continuous improvement. Maintain Responsible Care practice in place status. Production: Responsible for the completion of scheduled production with regard to company policy on safety, quality, environmental and economic issues. Plant Engineering/Maintenance: Participate in efforts leading to improvements of existing and future equipment installations as well as process development. Plant: Responsible for efficient use of equipment and manpower for development and optimization of process technology. Distribution: Responsible for the efficient use of resources available regarding inside and outside warehousing, distribution and freight. Personnel: Establishment of policy and direction of work force through subordinates. Coordinate manufacturing activities with Business Unit Marketing, Sales, Finance, Human resources, R&D, and other Business Units as requiredMaintain communications and coordination with Business Unit Managers and Senior Corporate staffDevelop and implement annual budgets, quality programs, and  productivity improvement programs to support long term-profitable growthConduct performance reviews of subordinates and develop and maintain training programs to support business plan, growth, and succession planning ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)Supervising and training the production team. Working with the Materials Mgr, Shift Supervisors, and QA Mgr to oversee production scheduling and quality  EDUCATION, SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, OR ABILITY REQUIRED:BS Degree in the sciences. ChemE preferred.  MBA preferred.Minimum of 8-10 years experience in chemical plant process management. ERPKnowledge of Sales & Operations PlanningMRP knowledgeSAP navigationKnowledge of the product line, facility, production equipment and labor/people  Knowledge of the order/operations confirmation process   To apply, send a cover letter with resume to:  Register to View , or by U.S. mail to:  HR Dept, Ferro Corporation, 7061 East Pleasant Valley Road, Independence OH 44131.  (No Phone Calls Please) Ferro Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Ready Mix Concrete Plant Operations Manager Company: The Silvi Group Companies Location: Fairless Hills, PA Description: DescriptionThe Silvi Group Companies, a progressive, integrated, manufacturer and supplier of Ready Mix concrete and mining operations is seeking a Plant Operations Manager to oversee a concrete manufacturing plant.  Through a combination of growth and acquisitions, the company has become one of the largest manufacturers and suppliers of concrete products in the Northeast, US.  Today, the company manufactures concrete at multiple locations and supplies those plants with materials from its own mining operations and from imports at it port on the Delaware River in Bucks County, PA.  The successful candidate will have a positive, professional demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills and will be able to work independently.  The nature of the work will require that the candidate demonstrate initiative and responsibility and be flexible/adaptive to a fast-paced and fluid business environment.  The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee all aspects of the plant manufacturing operations to include:  production quotas and analysis, quality control, scheduling of raw materials, equipment trouble shooting, maintenance, inventory control, personnel management and environmental compliance that meet or exceed the strategic corporate goals.  Essential Duties and ResponsibilitieMaintains the highest standard of quality and safety in all areas of production from manufacturing to shipment.Oversees efficient plant operations related to production and scheduling.Manages the schedule and performance of production & maintenance.Ensures that the plant maintains proper stock inventories.  (raw materials, machinery/vehicle parts, etc.).Holds operation meetings that relate to overall plant goals to include:  production efficiency, vehicle operations, staffing safety, environmental compliance and facility maintenance. QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and possess the following:A four year college degree.A working knowledge of the programming functions of  all current plant systems.An understanding of all aspects of concrete production and the types of products produced.An understanding of QC/QA for the ready mix concrete industry.A working mechanical knowledge of all plant related equipment.Knowledge of production equipment, production processes and maintenance programs.A commitment to team concepts, ownership and a Type ‘A’ personality.Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to deal professionally with all managers, employees, vendors and customers. Excellent problem solving skills. Working computer skills. Physical Aspects of the Job Walks a distance of approx. 70 yards to site areas from maintenance area. The employee frequently is required to walk and stand, sit, climb or crawl around and under machines or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch and drive a vehicle. Climbing includes the ability to work (at times) at heights in excess of 75 ft.  Must possess alertness and stamina to work on feet for entire shift.Reaches and lifts tools and parts. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, equipment, tools or controls,perform repetitive movements with hands, wrists or feet; and reach with hands and arms. Hearing to help detect malfunctions, odd sounds, grating noises to localize a problem area.The ability to hear phone conversations, in-person conversations under normal office conditions and in a noisy environment outside. Voice and signal warnings while operating and/or working around moving equipment and the ability to differentiate operating equipment sounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. The employee must frequently lift and/or move 100 pounds.

Job Title: Plant Superintendent Company: Seneca Foods Location: Montgomery, MN Description: Plant Superintendent Seneca Foods Corporation, a local Food Producer and Distribution Center located approximately 35 miles SW of the Twin Cities, currently has an opening for a Plant Superintendent. Responsibilities include; supervision of personnel, schedules of maintenance, budget planning, safety programs/policies and finished product quality. Manage, plan, implement and direct plant operations to include: quality, cost, employee relations, production, sanitation, and the environment in accordance with all existing government and company policies, standards, practices and procedures. Ability to lead the manufacturing operation in coordination with all location departments, as well as the other production facilities in Minnesota. Requirements include: 4-year college degree and/or equivalent warehouse / production management experience is preferred. Strong computer, communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to function in a team environment are essential. Seneca offers an excellent benefit package, along with a competitive salary based on experience. If interested please send resume or apply in person to: Human Resources Department Seneca Foods Corporation 600 5th Street SE Montgomery, MN 5606 Register to View Phone Register to View Fax Seneca Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or veteran status.This listing brought to you by The Free Press