Plant Manager

About the Job

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as a Plant Manager! This role is based at our Injection Molding facility in Lynchburg, Virginia and reports to the Director of Manufacturing.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a diverse group of people-centric professionals, thought leaders and rapid thinkers, entrepreneurs in spirit and status quo-fighters!

Job Summary

As Plant Manager, the successful candidate will oversee all plant operations including production, logistics, quality & maintenance. They will partner with key stakeholders in delivery of all operational and strategic initiatives. The position is fully responsible for annual budget performance and production output of the facility including the quality of finished goods, KPI target achievement, continuous improvement and site safety as well as for people strategy and talent development at all levels.

Principal Responsibilities

• Promote, maintain and lead a safety culture focused on zero workplace injuries throughout the facility. Accountable to ensure reporting of all near misses, hazardous conditions and first aid incidents to HSE business partners and collaborate on ongoing preventative projects.
• Lead and empower team members by setting clear expectations in performance management, training and coaching. Partner with business partners on key people strategies including attraction and retention plans, succession planning, development plans and training requirements. 
• Interpret strategies to create and implement plans to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and to a high quality. Lead the attainment of key information to create long term resolutions and corrective actions to establish and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.
• Develop plans and strategies utilizing production forecasts and resources to achieve agreed labour and machine productivity levels. Meet conversion cost, material variance and scrap reduction goals.
• Lead the implementation of best-in-class practices and projects aimed at cost reduction and efficient process control.
• Accountable to maintain adherence to internal and external standards for the manufacturing product lifecycle.
• Partner with business to establish processes and organizational structures to meet compliance requirements for all appropriate regulatory bodies.
• Lead and liaise with key business partners on the strategy, implementation and team focused on programs and processes overseeing general machine and facility maintenance.
• Partner with innovation team to facilitate the industrialization of innovation projects through analysis and testing of new product development ideas in the plant.
• Responsible for the efficient movement of completed product and materials ensuring regulatory compliance where required.
• Lead the processes for the creation and delivery of key administrative functions; including month-end reporting, annual budgeting, capital expenditure evaluations and documentation of internal management systems.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state Health & Safety legislative requirements
• Review all policies, procedures and work instructions related to health, safety and environment annually, to ensure effectiveness of the health and safety program.
• Take every precaution reasonable in the circumstance for the protection of a worker

Qualifications & Experience

• Completion of University in a technical or business-related discipline or equivalent experience.
• At least 10 years management experience with proven track record of improving performance in a leadership role. Holding a cross section of functional roles is preferred
• Experience balancing multiple priorities and leading change.
• Experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, employee relations, leadership techniques and coordination of people and resources.
• Demonstrated experience & success in leading Lean/Six Sigma projects
• Experience and strong understanding of budgeting/expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices
• Technical understanding of production planning techniques, current quality standards, lean manufacturing and safety requirements/laws (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.)
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices in a manufacturing environment
• Knowledge of injection molding equipment and fabrication combined with experience in a plastic manufacturing environment, including an understanding of the process of machinery
• Excellent motivational, leadership, problem solving, troubleshooting and conflict resolution skills
• Able to effectively communicate concepts, ideas, and instructions
• Strong analytical skills with overall business knowledge and the ability to handle multiple priorities well
• Able to apply problem solving techniques, identify options and implement appropriate solutions
• Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization
• Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products to analyze data and trends

IPEX is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at HR@ipexna.com

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