Plant Manager

Novaris Search is currently partnered with a leading manufacturer of Flexible packaging. With a commitment to quality, sustainability, and innovation, our client has established themselves as a trusted partner in the packaging industry.

Our client is seeking a driven and experienced Plant Manager to oversee the daily operations and long-term strategic plan(s) of the manufacturing departments of one facility. Focusing on maximizing productivity and efficiency to increase overall Company profitability to obtain new business in targeted focused markets. This targeted new business must fall within the scope of current manufacturing capabilities and must return acceptable profitability.

Essential functions and responsibilities:

• This position requires the ability to develop and execute manufacturing and capital investment plans, the ability to collect and research data, and to use this information to maximize the production of Company equipment and production departments.
• Position works closely with other Management Team members and Department VP’s and Directors for corporate planning and initiatives
• Work closely with Accounting & Finance group on capital investment plans
• Work with suppliers or vendors
• Attend and participate in training sessions.
• Work closely with Director of Human Resources on employee issues in the production areas.
• Work with Human Resources on development and review of production related policies and procedures.
• Data collection and reporting on Operations group metrics.
• Must comply with all Company SOP’s and regulations:
• SOP’s may cover the areas of (but are not limited to)
• Employee Health and Safety
• SQF (Safe Quality Food packager) and GMP (good manufacturing procedures) focused on eliminating contaminates in all packaging manufactured.
• SGP (Sustainable Green Printer) environmental regulatory procedures and SOP’s

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Experience:

• BS/BA degree or equivalent experience
• Must have working knowledge of internal manufacturing capabilities including printing, laminating and slitting processes.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills and demonstrates attention to detail.

Skills:

• Background and experience in flexo manufacturing disciplines (Press, Ink, Pre-press, Finishing, etc.)
• Ability to analyze, and interpret technical journals, technical data sheets, and market journals.
• Reasoning abilities to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Proficient computer skills, with particular knowledge in using Microsoft computer software, Crystal reports, Globe-tek, and any equipment software programs.

If you fit the above criteria, apply here or reach out to me: james.burke@novarissearch.com