Job Description

Position:  Plant Manager Department: Administration

Location: Plant Reports To: General Manager

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Job Summary

The Plant Manager will oversee operations which includes Health, Safety & Environmental, quality, production, maintenance, capital planning and execution in a cost-effective manner while meeting all customer requirements.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

· Support, mentor and develop plant management and supervisory personnel through regular coaching and formal development tools.

· Lead all safety improvement initiatives and create a safety-based culture.

· Ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory agencies including, OSHA, EPA, HACCP and other local and regional agencies.

· Prepare daily reports, analyze plant processing metrics and take corrective measures as needed.

· Maintains efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and ingredients shipped.

· Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.

· Work with GM on Capital Projects and planning process to ensure compliance and ongoing development of assets for ongoing success and improvement.

· Ensure all personnel properly trained and equipment is in good working order to meet ongoing and future business needs.

· Assure all finish product shipped is in accordance with all cGMPS.

· Effectively manage and reduce energy use at facility.

· Manage critical parts inventory and purchasing activities.

· All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

· High School diploma or GED equivalent.

· Minimum 3+ years of experience in a supervisory/ management position in an industrial or plant setting.

o Rendering industry experience a definite plus.

Preferred Qualifications

· Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Engineering degree is an asset.

· Labor relations background and leadership preferred.

· Detail oriented; highly organized.

· Ability to work well with internal staff.

· Exceptional written and oral communication skills.

· Self-starter; self-motivated.

· Good math and computer skills.

Physical Demands

· Occasionally required to move or lift up to 50 lbs.

· Frequently required to sit for extended periods.

· Occasionally required to walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.

· Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a plant and/or office environment.

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