Plant Manager

Position Responsibilities

Plan, organize, direct, and lead the day-to-day operations of the plant (including production output, product quality and on-time shipping)

Develop and set quarterly strategic and tactical plans and lead team through execution

Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining high quality standards

Allocate resources (people, equipment, and materials) effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results

Monitor operations 24/5 and trigger corrective actions

Develop systems and processes that optimize plant operations, and personally champion making them stick

Work in close collaboration with the Director of Manufacturing and other plant/corporate resources on new products, equipment, and processes.

Create a culture of trust and high performance among the workforce by role modeling Kari-Out s values and leadership behaviors

Develop processes and training plans to address gaps in safety, manufacturing, and maintenance programs

Work closely with HR to recruit, onboard, train and retain high caliber employees (both with the front-line, technical and managerial staff)

Partners with other functions (quality, sales, finance, purchasing) to tackle operational issues as well as longer-term projects (such as equipment improvements, acquisition integration, etc.)

Proactivity address employees issues as needed

Reporting Groups

Production Management

Maintenance Team

Plant Engineering

Production Scheduling

Desired Education and Experience

A highly experienced manufacturing leader with 7+ years of experience, preferably in a paper board manufacturing process or related industry

BA/BS in Engineering, ideally Mechanical

Proven track record of running a successful manufacturing operation, in particular driving both short and long-term systemic improvement and operational performance (hitting the numbers).

Understanding of project management, continuous improvement, lean and High Performing Teams.

Excellent analytical, problem solving, planning, change management and team development skills

Basic to deep understanding of cost accounting, budgeting and variance reports.

Personal Attributes

Building highly effective, collaborative working relationships at all levels in the organization inspiring trust and confidence in others. Practices being an ideal team player (hungry, humble and smart)

Strong ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing)

Rapidly builds trust with fellow employees

Effectively leading change in a small business environment

High level of self-determination and self-management (gets things done)

Detail oriented, tech savvy, willingness to continually learn and embrace new approaches (growth mindset)

Bias to action, calmly solves problems, follow-throughs, holds self & others accountable, willingness to do what it takes to get the job done

Highly organized, ability to work on multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

Work comfortably in a constantly changing environment and demonstrate the ability to be resilient in the face of uncertainty and stress.

Has a high capacity for learning and potential to grow into positions of increased responsibility

Solid fit with the Kari-Out s values and culture

Compensation and Location

The position provides a competitive base salary, a performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits

Minimal travel is required. Occasional work on the off shifts may be necessary.