Plant Manager

In this role as the Plant Manager at one of our Alaska seafood processing facilities, you are responsible for overseeing the overall operations of a processing plant, ensuring efficient production, maintaining quality standards, and complying with regulatory requirements. You will manage a team of supervisors and employees, coordinate production schedules, and ensure the safe and efficient operation of plant facilities and equipment. As the Plant Manager, you will play a crucial role in the success of processing plants and the production of high-quality products.Essential Functions/Qualifications The responsibilities of the position include the following: Active leadership and participation in setting production and quality standards and takes action to ensure standards are met or exceeded.Establish plant priorities and objectives consistent with Silver Bay Seafoods business and production needs.Coordinate capital plans to meet plant and corporate needs. Participate in setting facility budgets and manage the facility to ensure budget expectations are achieved or exceeded. Manage the facility to assure positive employee relations and meet all safety and environmental standards. Ensure that plant key productivity indicators are measured, and the results communicated through the facility and to SBS corporate. Direct the activities of plant staff to ensure that productivity and cost effectiveness objectives/goals are met or exceeded. Responsible for maintaining good relationships with the local government. Develop an organization that will identify and provide training for high potential employees and supervisors. Responsible for ensuring that all applicable safety rules and regulations, including the Safety and Risk Management policies, PSM, OSHA and AKOSH regulations are adhered to. Responsible for ensuring that all quality, HAACP, GMP, and sanitation regulations and policies are adhered to. Address and handle personnel matters with confidentiality, sensitivity and in accordance with company and legal guidelines.Responsible for ensuring that direct reports provide meaningful opportunities for personnel and professional development and career enhancement. Other duties are to ensure the facility and organization is fully supported and successful.Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies: Functional Plant Operations: In-depth knowledge of plant operations, including production processes, equipment, and safety procedures.Team Management: Ability to lead and manage a team of supervisors and employees.Production Planning: Developing and implementing production schedules and plans to optimize efficiency and output.Quality Control: Ensuring adherence to quality standards and implementing quality control measures.Regulatory Compliance: Understanding and ensuring compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and environmental regulations.Budget Management: Developing and managing the plant budget, including costs for materials, labor, and equipment.Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving issues related to plant operations, equipment, or production processes.Data Analysis: Analyzing plant data, such as production metrics, quality data, and financial information, to identify trends and make informed decisions.Interpersonal Leadership: Strong leadership skills to motivate and inspire the team to achieve goals.Communication: Effective communication skills to interact with employees, management, customers, and suppliers.Negotiation: Ability to negotiate with suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies.Problem-Solving: Identifying and resolving complex issues related to plant operations.Decision-Making: Making sound and timely decisions based on available information and data.Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing market conditions, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.Relationship Building: Building strong relationships with employees, customers, suppliers, and regulatory agencies.Education and Experience BS/BA degree preferred. Management, Engineering or Technical degree preferred along with 10+ years of experience in food manufacturing management in positions of progressive responsibility Several years of experience working in a manufacturing or processing plant.Experience managing a team of employees and overseeing plant operations is preferred.Knowledge of industry-specific regulations, safety standards, and quality control procedures is crucial.Experience with production planning, scheduling, and inventory management is beneficial.Work Environment and SchedulePosition requires onsite presence at our Alaska Processing Facility, and the ability to travel, spending a significant amount of time during the season at our various locations and processing facilities in Alaska. Physical DemandsAs the Plant Manager's role is primarily office-based, it can involve physical demands. This includes spending time on the plant floor, which may require standing for extended periods, walking, occasional lifting, bending, and kneeling. Additionally, working in a processing plant, especially in colder climates, can expose the Plant Manager to cold temperatures.Mental ActivitiesThe employee is frequently required to set an example by consistently modeling ambitious standards of honesty and integrity. Presentation and sharing of information should be handled directly, appropriately, and helpfully. Maintains a reputation for honesty, confidentiality, reliability, and fairness. Is willing to admit mistakes and does not misrepresent him/herself for personal gain. Performs work with energy and drive; values planning, but will take quick, decisive action when an opportunity presents itself.Silver Bay Perks Benefits and Perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Silver Bay and the state where you work. Health Insurance: Seasonal Employees and their families are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits once the employee meets the required 1560 hours worked to become benefit eligible. Employees are also eligible to receive basic life insurance. Employee Assistance Program:Available for employees and their families.Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com.