Plant Manager - Elkhart, IN - Worldwide Foam

Plant Manager

Worldwide Foam of Elkhart, IN is looking to hire a full-time Plant Manager. Do you consider yourself a natural-born leader? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance your career in warehouse management? Would you like to be part of a highly collaborative company that offers its employees room for growth? If so, please read on!

This supervisory position earns a competitive wage. We also offer great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, an IRA with company match, and company-paid life insurance as well as paid professional training and development classes. If this sounds like the right opportunity in production management for you, apply today!

 

ABOUT WORLDWIDE FOAM

Worldwide Foam is the fastest-growing and most diverse closed-cell foam supplier in North America. Since 2008, we have revolutionized the industry by offering a one-day lead time, from our seven strategic locations, while providing the widest range of closed-cell, cross-linked polyethylene and elastomeric foam available. We are constantly expanding our servicing capabilities to supply our customers with the best options for press-ready goods. With a relentless focus on providing our customers what they need, when they need it, we ensure that they never have to worry about having the right product.

Our team of talented individuals is the reason why we are able to provide such top-notch customer service. They are committed to what we do and show up each day ready to put forth their best effort. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide exceptional benefits and to create a highly collaborative and teamwork-driven environment that allows our employees to build the careers they desire.

 

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A PLANT MANAGER

In this plant management position, you play an essential role in managing our Elkhart production warehouse. You are responsible for safely managing the day-to-day operations at your assigned location. To increase productivity, you encourage continuous improvement among your employees as well as implement and enforce company standards to ensure our products exceed customer expectations. Based on the daily and weekly schedules, you coordinate production floor goals and establish operational objectives to ensure on-time deliveries of products.

To keep your team running smoothly, you assist with hiring local personnel. You work hard to build effective teams, as well as, ensure your employees have the proper training they need. Using your exceptional organizational skills, you keep track of inventory management using our ERP system as well as make sure we have sufficient supplies to successfully complete each day's activities. You maintain consistent communication with our main branch and report any issues that arise. You enjoy being an effective leader and keeping your team motivated to do good work, which is why you are perfect for this plant management position!

 

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A PLANT MANAGER

• 5+ years of experience in a similar position
• Knowledge of basic manufacturing and warehousing processes and operations

• Good computer skills, including knowledge about operating systems and email
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Ability to perform basic math skills
• Willingness to perform physical labor
• Leadership skills
  Having a college degree is preferred
• Do you have excellent verbal and written communication skills? Can you effectively prioritize tasks while demonstrating good time management? Do you work well both independently and as part of a team? Are you good at taking the initiative? Can you easily adapt to a fast-paced environment? If so, you might just be perfect for this plant management position!
  

 

WORK SCHEDULE FOR A PLANT MANAGER

Standard warehouse operating hours, which are 6:00am - 3:00pm - as needed (1st shift).

 

READY TO JOIN OUR MANAGEMENT TEAM?

We understand your time is valuable, so we have a very quick and easy application process. If you feel that you would be right for this plant management job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!

Worldwide Foam is committed to creating an inclusive employee experience for all.  Regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or if you're parenting the next generation of innovators.  We firmly believe that our work is at its best when everyone feels free to be their most authentic self.  

Location: (46350)