Goodwin Recruiting is hiring: Plant Manager - Successful manufacturing company i

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We’re looking for a seasoned Plant Manager with extensive experience in production operations and team leadership to oversee a high-volume manufacturing facility specializing in wood packaging solutions. In this role, the Plant Manager will manage daily plant functions with a focus on safety, quality, on-time delivery, and cost efficiency. This position requires a hands-on leader dedicated to continuous improvement, who can drive process enhancements and manage resources effectively.

Key Responsibilities for the Plant Manager:

• Lead all aspects of plant operations, prioritizing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost goals to align with corporate objectives.
• Oversee production scheduling, workflow, and resource allocation to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities to optimize efficiency and reduce costs.
• Develop and manage vendor relationships to ensure a steady supply of raw materials.
• Address and resolve customer quality concerns, implementing corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and ISPM-15 standards.
• Supervise maintenance operations and coordinate with contractors to maintain safe and efficient equipment function.

Qualifications for the Plant Manager:

• At least 3 years of experience as a Plant Manager or in a production/manufacturing leadership role.
• Strong background in team management, production planning, and process optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Working knowledge of MLS systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively.

Plant Manager Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and 401(k).
• Paid time off, holidays, and overtime opportunities.
• Supportive work environment focused on career growth and development.
• Yearly bonus based on the plant's yearly performance.

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share. JOB ID: 146812#post

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Goodwin Recruiting (Forbes America's Best Recruiting Firms 2020, 2021, 2022, & 2023) is a full-service recruiting agency that was founded in hospitality.

Our company was built on service, and as we have grown and expanded into a broad range of industries and specialties, that hospitality mentality has remained rooted at the core of everything we do.

We are committed to providing highly personalized services, tailored to each candidate and client we work with. Across all business types, from executives to operators to administrative staff, each Goodwin Recruiting partner has an extensive background in their field of expertise. We speak your language, we know the ins and outs of recruiting, and we put our core values first, establishing game-changing partnerships with employers and job seekers alike.