Plant Manager
As the Plant Manager, you will oversee all operations of the Barberton, OH and Darien, WI facilities. You will ensure efficient production, compliance with industry standards and plant-wide safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals. You will identify and lead continuous improvement projects.
You will be on-site in Barberton, OH and will report to the Director of Industrial Coatings Operations. PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.
Responsibilities:
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Manage daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics and ensure adherence to customer specifications
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Maintain a safe work environment in compliance with OSHA PSM and environmental regulations
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Promote a culture of safety and accountability across all teams
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Oversee quality control systems to meet ISO 9000 requirements
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Implement corrective actions and continuous improvement programs
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Improve and ensure production schedules meet customer delivery requirements
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Monitor indicators for throughput, scrap rates, and downtime; implement cost-saving measures
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Lead, coach, and guide development of plant staff to achieve performance goals.
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Foster a collaborative and performance culture
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Ensure customer satisfaction through on-time delivery and quality performance.
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Champion Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma programs
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Identify opportunities for productivity and OEE improvements
Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field
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10+ years of experience managing plant operations and large teams
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Demonstrated track record in managing a unionized workforce and handling collective bargaining, grievances, and industrial relations
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Experience in specialty materials manufacturing including microporous substrates, polymer films, membranes, or other engineered sheet products is highly desirable
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Experience in phosgene-derived specialty chemical products is highly desirable