Plant Operations Director

1 week ago


Green Island, United States ALKEGEN Full time
Job Summary

Alkegen is seeking a highly skilled Plant Manager to lead our manufacturing operations in Green Island, NY and Hoosick Falls, NY. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for driving operational excellence, growth strategy, and ensuring the highest level of customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities
  • Plan, direct, and coordinate all manufacturing activities across two locations, ensuring optimal production, maintenance, quality, and shipping and receiving processes.
  • Manage a team of 6-12 direct reports, including EHS, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance & Engineering, Purchasing, and Planning staff.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional leadership teams to drive short-term execution and long-term strategy, meeting business plan commitments.
  • Drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, productivity, cost, and morale, ensuring continuous improvement, talent development, and innovation execution.
  • Develop plans and budgets to meet financial goals, establish systems, metrics, and processes to track and optimize productivity and performance targets.
  • Implement cost-effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, manpower, wages, and salaries.
  • Manage capital asset maintenance, minimize labor overtime and repair expenses, and maintain existing plant facilities and equipment.
  • Provide direction, training, and development to plant personnel to accomplish company goals and objectives.
  • Champion safety, health, and environmental issues, and maintain good working Union/management relationships.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field, engineering/business management preferred.
  • Five to ten years of related experience in Operations Management, particularly in continuous operations and capital-intensive operations.
  • Experience managing a union environment, with a track record of safety dedication and driving/supporting safety improvements.
  • Knowledgeable of supply chain, quality, safety, planning, and logistics activities, with experience of practical application of Lean, TPM, and/or Six Sigma tools.
  • Track record of driving continuous improvement and cost savings results, with experience prioritizing capital projects and establishing an annual business plan.
  • Practiced in financial analysis of operational performance, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to interact with vendors and internal customers, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
About Alkegen

Alkegen is a world-class manufacturing company dedicated to helping people breathe easier, live greener, and go further than ever before. We believe in diversity and inclusion, and our diverse and inclusive culture drives our growth and innovation. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.



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