Plant Manager

THE COMPANY

Our client seeks a Plant Manager to support both of their sites in Mexico. This position will oversee the operations for both sites; Tijuana and Queretaro, with a total headcount of 150 employees. The responsibilities include managing the manufacturing, quality, logistics/supply chain, and maintenance processes. Consistent supervision and knowledge of Import/Export Compliance and Local legislation compliance. We’re looking for someone to lead the organization and direct activities so that all products are manufactured in a safe work environment, according to schedule, and within the required quality standards and cost objectives.

THE JOB
 

Position Specifications:

Recruiting for an Operations Manager to support the Seals & Profiles business for both of our sites in Mexico. This position will oversee the operations for 2 sites, Tijuana and Queretaro, with a total headcount under management of 145 employees. The responsibilities include managing the manufacturing, quality, logistics/supply chain and maintenance processes across all sites. Consistent supervision and knowledge over Import/Export compliance and Local legislation compliance. We are looking for someone to lead the organization and direct activities so that all products are manufactured in a safe work environment, according to schedule, and within the required quality standards and cost objectives.

The role will cover our 2 sites in Mexico –Tijuana and Queretaro. Travel will be up to 15%. The position will require periodic trips to Queretaro as well as infrequent meetings or visits to the US (Aurora, OH or Milford, NH)

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Is the overall responsible for the operational performance at the site.
• Assists in the development and implementation of short- and long-term strategic planning in order to meet our targets and objectives.
• Develops the manufacturing plan and establishes processes and procedures for maintaining high standards of manufacturing operations to ensure that products conform to established customer and company quality standards.
• Directs the establishment, implementation and maintenance of production standards in order to improve productivity and reduce scrap.
• Maintains optimum direct labor levels while still being able to meet or exceed our customer’s required delivery and service levels.
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement, problem solving, and improved safety and drives this into the culture of the Operations organization.
• Directs the corrective action process as a result of internal or external quality claims.
• Drives and coordinates Manufacturing Excellence activities across all sites in cooperation and alignment with the BU and Group standards (i.e., 5S, OEE, SMED, S@W, etc.)
• Drives the Sales & Operations planning processes and capacity planning activities that support future growth while maintaining appropriate working capital levels.
• Initiates and coordinates major projects (e.g., footprint optimizations, plant layout changes, installation of capital equipment, major repairs, etc.).
• Directs and monitors department managers to accomplish goals of the manufacturing plan, consistent with established manufacturing and safety procedures.
• Hires, trains, develops and evaluates staff in order to build a high performing Operations team. Takes corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with company policy. Ensures compliance with current federal, state and local regulations. Consults with Human Resources Department as appropriate.
• Ensures all legislations, Import/export, Taxes, Labor, EHS local and customer requirements are met keeping consistent evidence.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required. KPI’s:

Key interface with:

• Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics/Supply Chain staff
• Human Resources
• Controller
• Sales/Customer Service
• PA Management
• Outside customers and vendors

THE CANDIDATE

Candidate Requirements:

• University diploma with a bachelor’s degree (Business, Engineering, or Supply Chain preferred) 5+ years in a manufacturing operations leadership position (i.e. Plant Manager or similar) with a proven history of achieving results
• Manufacturing operations and production processes – extrusion or injection molding preferred
• Lean manufacturing and Six-Sigma training
• Proven leadership and management of multi-functional teams. (i.e. Plant Manager or similar)
• Multi-national company experience (not required but helpful)
• ERP/MRP
• Computer skills – Excel, PowerPoint
• Detailed
• Structured
• Analytical/critical thinking
• Independent
• Personable
• Initiative-taking
• High integrity
• Strong work ethic
• Drive to succeed
• Results focused

Required competencies:

• Continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing
• Problem solving/root cause analysis
• Strategic planning
• Project management
• Communication – written, verbal and presentation
• Leadership and coaching
• Change management