Plant Manager

The Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations including receiving, production activities, maintenance, quality control and expedition. Manages operational budget and cost control, labor (non-union), environment, health and safety, capital expenditure and the TRD program.
Responsibilities
PRODUCTION/OPERATIONS
Oversees plant operation through receiving, production activities, maintenance, quality control and expedition
Manages operations schedule and production with sales department, shipping department and plant supervisors
Maximizes utilization of materials, productivity of the labor force and quality of products by establishing operating procedures and controls that effectively and efficiently utilizes personnel, materials, equipment and capital machinery
Manages chemical and product inventories to meet customers expectations
Inventory control: actively organizes, monitors and participates in cycle and annual inventory counts
Manages yearly inventory count with external auditors
Manages maintenance program to keep the plant safe and operational
Monthly and quarterly updating of budget/forecast numbers
Prepares yearly budget for Manufacturing cost and Mobile equipment
Reviews thoroughly plant operation cost and capital expenditures on a regular basis to meet budget
Coordinates annual capital expenditures project
Supervises facility improvements projects
Submits potential projects/improvements to increase production efficiency
Is available for on call emergencies
LABOUR MANAGEMENT
Manages all supervisors and other direct reports
Oversees the labour management of a unionized environment
Manages payroll transactions through the payroll system
Handles employee relations and performance management
Handle new hires, training and job posting
Responsible to enforce plant guidelines
Manages supervisors and employee vacation schedule
Deals with Ministry of Labor on different issues/requests
Performs other duties as assigned
ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH & SAFETY AND TRD PROGRAMS
Works closely with the Health and Safety advisors to:
Manages, maintains and enforces the health & safety program
Provides leadership and guidance on occupational health and safety programs
Trains and develops employees on safety process and procedures, and cross functional development
Actively participates in the health and safety committee
Works closely with the Environmental Manager to:
Manage, maintain and enforce the TRD program and yearly certification
Oversees the environment program and monitoring for the plant
Coordinate communications with environmental authorities (local, provincial and federal)
Ensures environmental reporting is done on time
EDUCATION:
Production management and/or productivity improvement and/or reduction of operational cost certifications (preferred)
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE:
Minimum 5 years of related experience
Supervisory or Production Manager experience
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
TRD auditor training (to be provided)
LANGUAGE:
Proficiency in English, spoken and written
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Experience in a union environment
Knowledge and experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
Experience in a EH&S management program environment and knowledge of health and safety standards (NS)
Effective interpersonal, communication and leadership skills Demonstrated problem solving, prioritization and conflict resolution skills
Presentation Skills
Proven ability to perform appropriately in emergency situations
Lead by example work manner
Ability to: Train, motivate and coach employees.
Ability to:Maintain composure and work effectively under pressure
Ability to: Take direction
Able to multitask and delegate appropriately
Time and stress management
Knowledge of utility poles treating industry (an asset)

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