Plant Manager - Wieland

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Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland’s culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Wieland is hiring a Plant Manager. The Plant Manager will be responsible for the operational results of the business entity, including day to day areas of safety, quality, delivery and financial performance of the organization.  The Plant Manager will focus on operations and will not have responsibility for the revenue side of the business or any sales reporting. In addition, the Plant Manager is responsible to derive the Strategies to achieve the Goals of the organization and striving toward the company’s vision. This role is located in Wheeling, IL. 

Plant Manager Responsibilities:

• Drive Continuous Improvement of the Organization for future growth and success of the organization
• Satisfying customer expectations for quality, delivery and performance of products and services.
• Assuring performance to annual financial performance objectives of the organization.
• Aligning organizational results and plans with the overall corporate strategic vision and plans
• Developing the organization to foster continuous improvement.
• Establishing a culture of Lean Thinking and processes in the organization.
• Leading the organization including all leadership tasks such as performance review and management

Plant Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in Business/Finance/Engineering/Operations/Management or other related field
• MBA and/or any high-level Leadership-Management training desirable
• 3 - 5 years of management experience in production environment
• Ability to coach, mentor and communicate with individuals across a broad range of education, experience, and functional backgrounds
• Strong background in Strategic Planning
• Very strong ability and desire to learn and apply new concepts
• The personality and desire of an influential "change agent"
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement & extensive knowledge of LEAN tools and techniques for improvement
• Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with all people

Joining Wieland’s team gives you…

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 8,000+ employees worldwide and 35+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs – Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability- Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.   Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.