Plant Manager

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Plant Manager for a food manufacturer in Tysons Corner, VA area! The qualified candidate will run all day to day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong baked goods background. The qualifications and responsibilities to successfully perform this job are listed below:Responsibilities:Direct and manage plant operations for production maintenance, quality and shipping and receivingCoordinate plant activities through the planning with departmental managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective mannerDevelop and control profits plans and budget Implement cost effective systems of control over capital operating expenditures manpower wages and salariesManage capital asset maintenanceEstablish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standardsControl and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expensesProvide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnelProvides direction, development and leadership to production supervisorRequirements:Four-year bachelors degree is required (technical degree preferred)Baked goods experience is highly preferred, and these candidates will receive highest priorityMust have a minimum of 7 years experience in a food manufacturing facility as a Plant ManagerMust have strong knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, maintenance, floor operations, quality, labor scheduling and equipment