Assistant Plant Manager

Are you looking to make a career change to a rapidly growing, stable, innovating company? This exciting opportunity as an Assistant Production Manager offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid PTO etc.

Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Assistant Production Manager could be the right fit for you

RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Work with the Plant Manager to ensure compliance with all regulations and prepare necessary permits.
• Guide plant staff through meetings, emails, and direct interactions to meet performance targets.
• Manage plant costs by analyzing financial documents and recommending cost-reduction strategies, with final decisions made in consultation with Plant and General Managers.
• Assist in recruiting, training, and managing staff, including making recommendations for discipline and termination.
• Enforce company policies and safety standards, including quality control and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee daily plant operations to ensure efficiency and a clean working environment.
• Investigate and resolve production issues, keeping senior management informed of significant problems.
• Coordinate plant maintenance, schedule preventive downtime, and handle major repairs in consultation with management.
• Manage labor force scheduling, timekeeping, performance evaluations, and employee development.
• Analyze and review production, yield, payroll, and financial reports to recommend improvements.
• Maintain safety standards and notify management of changes in raw material quality and quantity.
• Communicate professionally and adhere to company procedures and attendance requirements.
• Perform other duties as needed to ensure efficient business operations.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years in a supervisory or leadership role
• 3-5 years in an industrial plant environment; rendering experience is beneficial
• Less than 10% travel required
• Knowledge of CMPAF, FSMA, and APPI procedures is advantageous
• Ability to work night shifts
• Basic skills in electrical and plumbing maintenance
• Strong organizational and computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Outlook
• Clear and proficient communication in English; additional language skills are a plus

BENEFITS :

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Direct Hire

Salary : $80K-$90K (DOE)