General Manager Jobs in Washington

Job Title: Plant Manager-Auburn - PWAS Company: Lennox International Location: Auburn, WA Description: Innovate your career. When you choose Lennox International, you know you're getting the best.That is why when you work at Lennox International, you know you are among the best.As a leading innovator of home and commercial, heating, cooling, refrigeration, air-quality, and related services, Lennox International is committed to helping our people innovate our products and their careers. Join over 14,000 employees worldwide who build our heritage of integrity and innovation. At Lennox International, we make your home, your businesses, and your work, a better place. This position is responsible for leading the planning, organizing, developing, and directing of the Auburn plant’s manufacturing facility for the purpose of positioning the plant for growth while maximizing safety, profitability and quality for Lennox Hearth Products. Responsible for developing the plant into a “world class” manufacturing organization by championing lean principles and problem solving skills and cultivating a lean production culture. Directly responsible for developing and executing the Auburn plant manufacturing strategy and organizational development necessary to achieve the company’s profit goals, long and short term. Responsible for the development and mentoring of the manufacturing staff to strategically improve plant operations and support individual career development goals. Responsible for the continued development of manufacturing engineering to strategically grow plant manufacturing capabilities to improve safety, productivity and quality. Directs and plans the cross-functional coordination of the manufacturing departments to produce products with optimal utilization of resources such as labor, material, sustaining engineering, continuous improvement, and maintenance. Sets objectives, determines goals and audits performance of the Auburn plant to meet the company primary goals. Directs Auburn plant’s manufacturing engineering and maintenance to assure that the equipment and other working assets are maintained properly for efficient operations with minimum downtime. Maintains plant property and equipment in good condition to ensure compliance with governmental regulations and to ensure effective and economical operations. Accountable for all activities, policies and controls to assure all government rules and regulations are followed in the Auburn plant. Leads the Auburn plant safety culture and maintains a safe environment for all employees. Responsible for the Auburn plant environmental compliance and maintaining regulatory requirements and activities. Develops operating budget, capital expenditures and justification, and manpower requirements for Auburn plant. Leads and supports the cross-functional collaboration around the company’s product development processes (3P, DP, and M) to ensure new products are developed, manufactured, and launched according to plan. Provides our customers with a high quality product through sound manufacturing processes and procedures; leads and supports company’s Quality Problem Process and reporting resolution. Hosts sales and customer visits in the plant as required. Understands plant financial measures and performance and successfully links plant activities to improved financial results. Meets financial targets. Responsible to supply chain for dependable delivery schedules; develop ramp-up/ramp-down strategies in support of seasonal business demand. Sets standard of conduct within the plant while adhering to all equal opportunity requirements and sexual harassment policies established by Lennox International. Develop and maintain a communication program that meets the plant employees’ requirements for information sharing. Develops and maintains an excellent working relationship within this non-union plant. Works to maintain the collaborative teamwork culture. Requirements BA in a Business, Engineering or Manufacturing related field. 10+ years in manufacturing including extensive experience in production management. Sheet metal manufacturing a plus. Experience with lean tools – use of, training a requirement. Six Sigma Certification a plus. Computer skills (word processes, excel, PowerPoint). Excellent oral, written communications and analytical skills.

Job Title: Plant Manager Company: Technical Employment Consultants Location: Seattle, WA Description: Job Description: Exceptional Employer and opportunity for professional growth Reporting to a GM in another state this Plant Manager Opportunity will have wall to wall P & L responsibilities for a 300 million dollar manufacturing facility with 400+ employees. It is a large job shop / machining facility that is a supplier to the aerospace industry. It is a highly visible operations leadership position and the following are a MUST: Mechanical Engineering degree. MBA preferred. 8-12 years of progressive growth with at least 5 years as Plant Manager in a large organization. Should possess at least 3 years in a large job shop machining operation. Aerospace experience will be a definite plus. Six Sigma certified and very strong proven track record implementing Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing practices. Proven leadership with ability to grow to next level with multi site responsibilities. Strong track record with customer satisfaction and with union relations. No job hoppers and free of employment gaps. How To Apply: Carl Richards, President Technical Employment Consultants 1333 Buck Road, Suite 4 Feasterville, PA. 19053 Phone: Register to View   See all jobs in Seattle WA

Job Title: Plant Supervisor Company: Safeway Location: Bellevue, WA Description: Job Title: Plant Supervisor Company: Safeway Inc Country: U.S. State/Province: Washington City: Bellevue Position Category: Distribution / Manufacturing Requisition Number: SUPL99999 Job Description: The Supply Operations Bread Plant, located in Bellevue, Washington has 2 openings for a Plant Supervisor. Qualifications: • 4 year college degree in Food Science, Management, Manufacturing or related field preferred. • 2-4 years experience working in a manufacturing environment, bakery preferred. • Understanding of manufacturing regulations regarding safety, quality and GMP’s • Excellent organizational skills with a high degree of initiative and flexibility. • Good analytical and problem solving skills. • Proven ability to define performance measures related to the business and hold associates accountable for the same. • Ability to analyze cost performance data to improve operations and reduce costs. • Strong interpersonal, communication, and team building skills. • Must possess the following traits: proactive, risk taker, change agent and strong sense of courage. • Must be comfortable at giving and receiving open feedback. • Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. • Willingness to work evenings, night shifts, weekends and holidays. Key Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: • Supervise production and warehouse crews. • Ability to coach and lead work teams to achieve performance, quality, cost and service goals. • Ensure adherence to Safeway policies, procedures and practices. • Administrative duties related to production, shipping and quality performance. • Design, monitor, and maintain a safe working environment. • Maintain a high level of customer service for retail and public customers. • Cultivate a positive and innovative work environment. • Strive for fast continuous systematic planned improvement. • Travel 5% or less. Respond to: Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume by visiting www.safeway.com/careers. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Title: Manufacturing Supervisor Company: Campbell Soup Company Location: Everett, WA Description: Imagine...working for a company that knows that its people are the key to its success in the marketplace. A company in which achieving extraordinary results and having a stimulating work experience are part of the same process.At Campbell, we cultivate and embrace a diverse employee population. We recognize that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives fuel our growth and enrich our global culture.We are looking for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, likes to be challenged, and values the opportunity to make a difference. General SummaryThe Manufacturing Supervisor is responsible for executing in the areas of safety, efficiency, yield, labor management and process improvement through close management of current systems and personnel. Manufacturing Supervisors may be responsible for multiple shifts within an area which will require a high level of organization and proven leadership capability. Moderate knowledge of all equipment, processes and procedures in the identified area is required. Thorough understanding of all quality systems, checks and paperwork for the area is required, as well as the ability to teach, coach and hold direct reports accountable to accuracy in the work assigned to them. Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, ability to quickly multi-task and assess situations using analytical thinking and the proven ability to engage and lead teams are key responsibilities for the Supervisor position. The Manufacturing Supervisor role will require a high level of computer and analytical skills for day-to-day and assigned project work.Principal Accountabilities1. Ensures strict compliance with OSHA/WISHA standards and Company safety programs; strives to exceed safety performance expectations2. Maintains positive employee relations and builds team engagement in area of responsibility through fair, consistent interpretation and enforcement of Company policies and procedures, performance reviews, coaching and accountability; prompt resolution of issues; Leads organizational engagement and Gallup action plans to help drive and increase engagement across all levels of the Warehouse.3. Drives Continuous Improvement in assigned area by identifying and implementing measures to improve safety equipment performance and uptime, as well as production methods4. Meets area/line KPI goals and objectives (yield, line efficiencies, pounds per labor hour, throughput, etc.); identifies and executes corrective actions to prevent reoccurring issues 5. Schedules, trains and directs the work activities of up to 35 hourly production employees across multiple shifts with two direct reports6. Inspects product and relative documentation to verify conformance to HACCP (food safety) guidelines, Company specifications and quality standards; ensures that all product is processed under safe, sanitary conditions.Job Complexity• Requires the ability to adjust work processes, procedures and crewing to meet rapidly changing production schedules.• Interviews, hires, promotes, transfers employees based in accordance with Everett's policies and procedures. • Must overcome employee resistant to change by effectively communicating business rationale for new or revised programs, policies or procedures.• Build and leverage positive relationships with other departments (Maintenance, Sanitation, Warehouse, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, etc.).• Ability to routinely flex work schedule to address the needs of the team across multiple shifts.• Perform formal quarterly and annual performance discussions with all direct reports.• Provide all new employees 30, 60 and 90 day formal performance feedback.• Demonstrated knowledge of product/equipment flow from Warehouse through Casepacking and the reaction of downtime between departments.• High level of accurate and timely communication to multiple levels of leadership within the organization regarding production issues, downtime, equipment failure, employee issues.• Dedication to accurate and complete documentation of employee training, coaching and the ability to hold individuals on the team accountable if coaching and training have failed to improve performance.• Demonstrated ability to manage labor hours through scheduling efficiency to meet AOP budget.• Work with Area Lead/Specialist and/or area Safety Committee member in investigating all Quality Corrective Actions, Foreign Material Investigations and Safety incidents; Area Coordinator is responsible for completing the documentation in a timely manner and addressing any coaching/accountability measures as a result of the investigation and root cause.• Build capability within the team by actively working to match individual employee passion with projects/teams/work which support the overall Everett business direction.• Delegation of assignments to Area Lead, Specialist and team members, with the proven ability to follow up and ensure assignments have been executed. Minimum Requirements• Bachelor's degree required, concentration in Engineering (i.e. industrial)• 2-5 years progressive responsibility and leadership experience in a production/manufacturing environment.Abilities• Majority of time is spent on the production floor in the Ingredient Preparation area which is 40-degree environment, with remainder of time dedicated to project work, in an office setting.• Computer Skills (MS Office Tools, email, system navigation, Internet).• Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English. • Ability to train and effectively communicate company procedures and policies.• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, self-motivated, and team player.• Capability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions. furnished in written, oral or diagram form. • Strong analytical skills• Ability to improve ergonomic design of work stations.• Experience in Inventory Control• Extensive walking, sitting and standing• Reach with hands and arms• Repetitive motion (fingers/hands/wrists)• Lift up to 50 lbs.• Ability to ascend and descend stairs repetitively throughout shift.CAMPBELL SOUP COMPANYwww.campbellsoup.comCampbell Valuing People, People Valuing CampbellCampbell Soup Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer State/Province : Washington City : Everett Relocation Approved : No

Job Title: Senior Manufacturing Supervisor (Swing Shift) Company: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratory (SEL) Location: Pullman, WA Description: Work in a growing, fast-paced, world-class manufacturing facility in Pullman, Washington!The Opportunity:Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) seeks a professional, innovative and detailed individual for our Senior Manufacturing Supervisor (Swing Shift) position. If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a growing, fast-paced, world-class manufacturing facility, then this position is for you! SEL’s corporate office is located in Eastern Washington where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities. Senior Manufacturing Supervisor (Swing Shift) Responsibilities: Implement SEL values and objectives in order to achieve corporate goals. Supervise production schedules, production quality and on-time delivery. Assign manufacturing supervisor/assembler/operator duties, establish training needs and oversee training. Define manufacturing supervisor/assembler/operator performance standards, review outcome of performance goals and set future targets. Identify staffing and capital needs, collect data and write the justification for those needs. Create, update and ensure control of department work instructions and reports. Coordinate and develop new product design with engineering staff and participate in new product launches. Improve quality and delivery costs by product family. Encourage professional development of assembly/operator staff. Identify and address personnel issues. Work within established safety and quality standards. Follow and improve manufacturing area processes.Qualifications: Four years leadership experience Experience supervising plated through-hole, printed circuit board assembly utilizing auto-insertion equipment, wave solder machines and progressive assembly lines. High school diploma or G.E.D. Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to follow detailed technical instructions Good computer skills: Word, Excel, SEL Quality System Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities Ability to work cooperatively in team environment Background check results satisfactory to SEL Negative drug test result(s)Preferred Qualifications: College degree (BS or BA) Supervisory experience or training Advanced computer skills: Word, Excel, Access Benefits: SEL has an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, and vision for all regular full-time employees and their entire family; long-term disability and life insurance; education assistance programs; a very generous employee stock ownership plan; 401K; flexible benefit account; and an outstanding work environment. SEL is an EEO/AA employer, M/F/D/V encouraged to apply.

Job Title: Plant Manager Company: Ian Martin Limited Location: Sumas, WA Description: Plant ManagerOur client is seeking a strong hands-on manager who is capable of leading an organization through both technological and cultural change. Reporting to the Regional Manager, this position will be responsible for directing and coordinating all manufacturing activities in order to meet and exceed operational goals and objectives in the areas of safety, environmental compliance, customer service, product quality, cost and productivity. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who understands the art of change management and knows how to apply it within a plant environment.If you thrive on being challenged and have the Education, Experience and Competencies outlined below, we want to hear from you! Demonstrates values of integrity, respect for others, teamwork and collaboration, accountability and performance. Highly developed leadership, interpersonal, and people management skills. Leadership and manufacturing management experience in continuous improvement activities and driving results in safety, quality and productivity. Must be able to develop and coach managers and supervisors. Experience in developing people, processes, and systems for a medium size organization. Strong skills in the areas of production planning, scheduling, management accounting, and project management. Experience in fostering and maintaining a positive and productive labor relations environment. Experience with implementing systematic approaches to delivering and sustaining results. Experience with process safety management and creating a culture where all accidents are preventable. Experience with maintenance management systems and proactive maintenance practices. Track record of meeting deadlines, working independently, and practicing good organizational skills. Development and implementation of operational criteria to measure the achievement of plant objectives and efficiencies Possesses strong interpersonal skills, and effective leadership characteristics working with all employee levels, support resources, sales, suppliers, customers and the local community. Experience with labor contracts and contract negotiations. Strong PC & software skills in Microsoft Office applications. Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma expertise a definite asset. Building Materials industry experience a plus. Bachelor of Engineering degree with minimum 5 years industrial leadership experience at the managerial level.