Plant Manager

This position will direct and oversee the successful operations of the Orillia facility in alignment with corporate objectives and continuous improvement.SUMMARY:Reports directly to the Vice President of Operations and is responsible for managing, directing, and implementing strategies and objectives to ensure achievement of the companys goals in the production of plastic film. This includes all aspects of manufacturing operations focusing on safety, quality, quantity, cost control, equipment and maintenance, and employee relations.RESPONSIBILITIES:Foster and enhance an exemplary safety culture to achieve safety excellenceProvide operational and employee leadership to the facility while maintaining good standing relationships with all workforce membersEncourage and support the development of all employees through good communication and frequent performance feedback, fostering a sense of accountability throughout the plantPartner with department managers to develop and maintain a positive culture consistent with company valuesManage financial performance and make required changes as needed to meet business commitments, improve processes and increase cost savings, and improve competitive service level for the plantManage all aspects of the plant cost structure including direct and indirect labor, maintenance and consumable spending and proactively control business volume swings to preserve profitabilityAssist operating management with budgeting, production statistics, cost analysis, justification of capital expenditures and asset managementWork towards the minimization of scrap production while maximizing conforming materials efficiently and effectivelyMonitor raw materials and supplies on hand to ensure adequate supplyLead the facility in establishing and meeting continuous improvement objectives for the purpose of future growthDirect and approve all requisitions for plant as requiredEnsure the protection of company assets through appropriate maintenance methodologiesWork with management to control allocation and use of personnel to ensure fulfillment of production schedules at the lowest possible costEstablish, drive and attain goals for the organizational unit by effective communication and management of goals so that all employees are working in unison for goal achievementComplete responsibilities in accordance with the organizations policies and procedures and assure compliance with all provincial and federal regulatory institutions including OHSA, MOE, MOL, and Quality AuditsAccountable for the safety of all employees through active engagement in safety activities and provide clear, consistent communication of safe work expectationsOverall management responsibility for all aspects of quality including product performance, complaint resolution, customer satisfaction and maintenance and improvement of quality systemsContinuously improve customer satisfaction through programs to provide on-time delivery that meets and/or exceeds customer quality and cost expectationsResponsible for incorporating continuous quality improvement principles into daily quality cultureMaintain 24 hour/day on call availability to deal with potential problems/issuesQUALIFICATIONS:Bachelors Degree/College Diploma preferred10+ years managerial experienceHighly motivated, results drivenKnowledge of and experience with plastic extrusion processes preferredKnowledge of and experience in leading a progressive manufacturing facilityKnowledge of Ontario regulatory guidelines, legislation and policiesStrong leadership, communication, and motivational skillsStrong planning/organizational skills with proven ability to complete multiple tasks simultaneouslyExcellent analytical skills requiredKnowledge of Microsoft office toolsAbility to work in a fast-paced team settingAbility to effectively communicate/present findings to a wide variety of audiencesAbility to supervise, coach, mentor and perform other functions associated with leading and managing a group