Plant Manager

Are you interested in working for a company that fosters growth opportunities, community involvement and a team oriented atmosphere? ClarkDietrich fosters a work-life balance and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join a team that is STRONGER THAN STEEL℠, by applying to become a Plant Manager at our Rochelle location. SUMMARY Direct and manage all plant operations with overall responsibilities for production, warehouse/shipping, employee safety, maintenance, quality and other production-related activities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Direct and manage plant operations for production, employee safety, maintenance, quality and shipping and receiving. Coordinate plant activities through planning with departmental managers to insure that all manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner. Develops, coordinates and directs all efforts to promote safety throughout the organization Develop and control budget, through active planning and understanding of the plant P&L Implement cost effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages and salaries. Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards. Controls and minimizes labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses. Maintains existing plant facilities and equipment; replace or make adjustments to plant facilities and equipment when necessary. Investigates and recommend new equipment or process improvements Provides leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives. Implements and maintains preventative maintenance programs. Incorporates shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel. Provides direction, development and leadership to all supervision. Onsite contact for government agencies, landlords and various other vendors Actively participate with Regional Sales Management to develop and manage the Regional Operating Unit into a team oriented environment. SAFETY Wears all required PPE while in the manufacturing facility Monitors the activities of all employees and provides feedback and discipline to promote a safe workplace Oversees the development and organization of all safety related documentation Insures that all required safety related training is conducted Develops and implements employee programs to promote safe employee behavior Audits equipment and the shop floor for safety related improvements SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Supervise all plant management and personnel. QUALIFICATIONS Mechanically Inclined. Problem Solver. Team Oriented. EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in related field or five years plant/general management experience in a manufacturing environment. Exposure with managing union and non-union environments Working knowledge of budgets and financial statements. Background with manufacturing methods, process improvement programs and procedures required. Basic computer experience with Microsoft Word and Excel The military equivalent will be recognized in lieu of education and/or experience. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Basic mathematical skills, addition, subtraction, multiplication and converting fractions into decimals. Ability to read a tape measure, micrometer and caliper accurately. WORK ENVIRONMENT Manufacturing facility-exposed to heat and cold Personal Protective Equipment required at all times Controlled Noise exposure Activity level is high-continuous movement CLARKDIETRICH BENEFITS INCLUDE Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts and Life Insurance) 401(k) with company match Annual Incentive Paid Time Off Tuition Reimbursement Community Service Day Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled