JOB DESCRIPTION — PLANT DIRECTOR / OPERATIONS EXCELLENCE LEADER
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Location: Plattsburgh
Status: Permanent, Full-Time
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POSITION SUMMARY
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall performance of the manufacturing facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.
This role oversees all plant activities, including Production, Shipping/Receiving, and Inventory, while driving operational excellence, team performance, and continuous improvement.
The Plant Manager ensures alignment between operations and business objectives, delivering results across safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Plant Operations Leadership
- Lead and manage all plant operations and daily activities
- Ensure production targets, quality standards, and delivery commitments are met
- Monitor and improve operational efficiency and output
- Ensure proper resource allocation and workflow
Team Leadership & Culture
- Lead, develop, and manage supervisors and operational teams
- Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and performance
- Ensure clear expectations and consistent follow-up
- Address performance issues and reinforce standards
Operational Excellence
- Implement and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Apply Lean Manufacturing principles and best practices
- Identify inefficiencies and implement corrective actions
- Improve processes, productivity, and cost control
Quality & Compliance
- Promote a strong quality culture across the plant
- Ensure compliance with quality standards and procedures
- Support QA/QC initiatives and defect reduction
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards
KPI & Performance Management
- Define, track, and analyze key operational KPIs
- Use data to drive decisions and improvements
- Ensure visibility and accountability across teams
Cross-Functional Alignment
- Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Procurement, and Quality
- Ensure alignment between production and project requirements
- Support capacity planning and operational strategy
Systems & Tools
- Ensure effective use of ERP/MRP systems
- Maintain structured operational processes and reporting
- Support implementation of tools and systems to improve performance
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REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
OR equivalent experience
- 10+ years in manufacturing
- 5+ years in leadership role
- Strong understanding of:
- Manufacturing processes
- Production flow
- Lean principles
- Experience managing: KPI's, Teams, Operations
- Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
- Ability to drive performance in a fast-paced environment
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WHY JOIN US
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits program
- Office closed during holidays
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision care
Work Location: In person
