Plant Manager

Plant Manager
We are looking for a Center Manager for our Agawam, MA facility. In this role you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day activities and resources related to maintain a multi-million dollar production operation. The position requires staff management, resources management, compliance and general oversight of the Center. You must understand, operate, and act in a hands-on capacity to process products through production system using standard processes. You must also support sales and interact with customers, but act as a driving force to achieve customer satisfaction by working with; understand customer needs, have a close relationship with the top 5-10% of customers.
Your Responsibilities:
* Direct supervisor for all center production employees
* Interact with customers to maintain effective working relationships
* Daily management of all center production activities including management/implementation of corporate and BHQ directives/initiatives, administration and adherence to quality and safety systems at center level
* Responsible for partnering with sales team to drive business development and promote CCM improvements
* Responsible for motivating, coaching, and developing employees
* Control costs related to doing business relative to the production location
* Work to develop and maintain a team atmosphere
* Provide ethical leadership
* Responsible for bringing ideas for our best practice program to HSE, ISO, Operations, Quality, etc.
* Responsible for management of actions resulting from internal and external audits
Your Profile:
* Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred; experience substitutes
* 2+ years of experience managing people
* 3+ years of experience with managing production outcomes according to customer specifications; previous coating industry experience preferred
* Experience working through manufacturing/ production environment to working the production cycles to deliver products on time
* Knowledge of quality ISO certifications to ensure the center passes
* Progressive management responsibility
* Strong engineering, interpersonal and customer service-oriented skills
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools i.e.. Word, Excel, PowerPoint etc.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills
* Proven Record of training employees about safety and production
* Strong working knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations
We offer:
Aside from a dynamic global culture and leading market position, we are proud to offer our employees development opportunities, competitive salary and a robust benefit program ALL available on first day of employment
The perks and benefits of working at Oerlikon include the following:
* Comprehensive medical and prescription drug plan with low premiums, company sponsored HSA contributions and without cumbersome waiting periods to keep you going strong.
* Excellent Dental and Vision coverage.
* Employee Assistance, Financial and Wellness programs to help improve all aspects of your life journey.
* 401(k) retirement savings plan with significant company match and financial planning and education options to help you achieve your retirement goals
* Tuition reimbursement and internal education resources to satisfy your love of learning so you can continue to grow with us
* Generous paid time off to support your physical and mental wellbeing.
* 12 paid company holidays to occasionally extend your weekends or time off.
* Flexible hours or remote work environment available for certain positions
* 100% company paid life insurance and disability insurance
* Employee Referral Bonus program because why not to bring your friends to work every day
Why Oerlikon:
As a global leader in engineering solutions that enhances the performance of products and services, Oerlikon is known for the quality of our technological advances. We maintain equally high standards in identifying talent, investing in professional development and empowering our people to pursue rewarding careers.
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