Plant Manager - Air Vent Inc

Position Summary:

Provides for the overall direction and coordination of activities in safety, production, supply chain, scheduling, process improvement, capital investment, distribution, maintenance, regulatory, and training activities in accordance with the policies, principles, and procedures of the company. This position is responsible for all operations at our injection molding facility in Orrick, MO.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans and directs production, scheduling, warehousing, shipping activities, and establishes priorities for products while maintaining a cost-effective operation; verifies and approves daily production for all areas of manufacturing, warehousing, and shipping.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Project Engineering Team.
• Reviews and analyzes production, distribution, quality, maintenance, safety, and operational activities and/or reports to determine causes of nonconformity with product specifications or related processes; provides resolution while maintaining cost effective solutions and reducing and/or preventing operational delays.
• Oversees scheduling and prioritizes work orders for the shop floor (manufacturing & warehousing) to meet customer demands.
• Plan, implement, and supervise the 80/20 philosophy in the Orrick facility by working in all areas of the process including PLS, CLS, Zero UP, In-Lining and MRD.
• Engages with team on SIOP process, providing insight to the Supply Chain team and ensuring that the operation has the proper number of raw materials and buy-out products to fulfill customer demand.
• Plan, implement, and manage programs to reduce or eliminate occupational injuries and maintain compliance with governing bodies in safety and environmental regulations; conducts safety audits in compliance with company programs; initiates safety improvements to equipment and process procedures.
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all equipment; ensures compliance of established safety policies and procedures.
• Supports development and training of production and warehouse staff.
• Maintains the proper level of employees needed to execute the production plan and minimize the overall labor cost; supervises employees to meet daily production schedule demands.
• Develops and implements procedures to train employees in the safe and efficient operation of all manufacturing processes.
• Able to perform the duties of the workers supervised.
• Resolves worker issues/complaints and/or refers to appropriate authority for resolution.
• Develops, revises, and approves standard operational, safety, and quality working practices; determines best practices and institutes improvements in these areas.
• Develops, implements, and executes strategic plan driving projects and activities supporting the site, operational and financial goals.
• Reviews information and inspection reports of machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization; provides oversight to the maintenance PM to include the assurance of equipment PM, maintenance repair and improvements.
• Compiles, stores, and retrieves production and distribution data.
• Develops and initiates plans for efficient use of materials, machines, trailers, and employees.
• Acts as a change agent, identifies, and promotes continuous improvement opportunities utilizing data analysis, lean methodologies, and 6-Sigma concepts.
• Empowers employees, drives engagement, and takes ownership of processes, tasks, and collaboration among team members.
• First line responsibility for ensuring that the facility is operated and maintained in compliance with federal, state, and local environmental health and safety laws, including OSHA & DOT regulations; managing waste using the proper disposal contractors, and working with the EPA to manage runoff of water from rain and keep it particulate free from harmful chemicals.
• Other job duties and responsibilities as instructed or assigned.

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in business related or engineering discipline required.
• At least five years of experience in manufacturing, project management, engineering, systems design, or another related field.
• At least two years of injection mold experience required.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

In addition to the accountabilities listed above, individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Employee(s) Group/Department Supervised:

• Supervise plant maintenance team.
• Oversees all plant personnel.

Competencies/ Technical Skills:

Core Competencies:Fostering Teamwork; Managing Performance; Building Collaborative Relationships; Customer Orientation; Result Orientation; Personal Credibility

Organizational Competencies: Initiative; Developing Others; Influencing Others; Establishing Focus; Strategic Thinking

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent budgeting and cost containment skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong management and leadership skills.

Licenses / Certifications: Certified in CPR & First Aid preferred.

Physical Requirements:While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly subject to prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Able to walk long distances.

Environment: Light Manufacturing Travel: Less than 10%

The employee is occasionally exposed to hot or cold conditions. The noise level in the work environment is moderate. Steel toed shoes and other personal protective equipment required.

What we offer

Health & Welfare

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
• Health care & dependent flexible spending plans
• Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous 401(k) plan

Flexibility & Time Off

• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.

Community & Personal Development

• Donation matching and time off to volunteer.
• Educational reimbursement

About Us

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing.

Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com

Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.