Plant Operations Manager from Atria Consulting

Responsibilities:

• Lead all plant operations to achieve production goals and maintain safety standards.
• Implement lean manufacturing and Six Sigma techniques to drive continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute manufacturing plans and production schedules to increase profitability and reduce overhead.
• Oversee policies, procedures, and processes to minimize costs and maximize production.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency optimization within manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with department heads to streamline purchasing, production, quality, and distribution processes.
• Execute strategy deployment plans, implementing new technologies and processes to maintain a sustainable competitive advantage.
• Champion health, environment, and safety initiatives, ensuring compliance standards are met.
• Provide expectations, accountability, and direction to direct reports.
• Prepare and maintain plant budgets, controlling costs to meet budget goals.
• Promote Continuous Improvement concepts throughout the organization, driving waste elimination and organizational focus.
• Foster a culture of involvement, communication, mutual trust, accountability, and a passion for excellence across the organization.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Material Science, Operations Management, or Business.
• 8-10 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in the metals sector.
• Strong background in lean manufacturing / Six Sigma techniques.
• Proven track record of driving operational excellence and competitive positioning.
• Excellent leadership skills with the ability to set clear goals and build cohesive teams.