Plant Manager

2 months ago


Lynchburg, United States Aliaxis Full time

IPEX is one of the North American leading providers of advanced plastic piping systems. Our mission is to shape a better tomorrow by connecting people with water and energy. IPEX recently acquired the Harco fittings business, an exciting business with operations across the United States.

We currently have an exciting opportunity as the Plant Manager of our Lynchburg, VA manufacturing facility, and reports to the Director of Manufacturing.

Do not miss the opportunity to join a broad family of people-centric professionals and thoughtful leaders focused on expanding the entrepreneurial spirit our growing organization.

Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall management of operations in their assigned facility. Plant operation accountabilities include production, logistics, quality and maintenance while ensuring compliance with all labour, safety, environmental, ISO and corporate policies and regulations. Partnering with key business stakeholders the role collaborates on the delivery of all operational and strategic initiatives. The position is fully responsible for annual budget performance and has full responsibility for the production output of the facility including the quality of finished goods, KPI target achievement, continuous improvement and site safety as well as for people strategy and talent development at all levels.

Principal Activities

Promote, maintain and lead a safety culture focused on zero workplace injuries throughout the facility. Accountable to ensure reporting of all near misses, hazardous conditions and first aid incidents to HSE business partners and collaborate on ongoing preventative projects.

Lead and empower team members by setting clear expectations in performance management, training and coaching. Partner with business partners on key people strategies including attraction and retention plans, succession planning, development plans and training requirements. 

Interpret strategies to create and implement plans to ensure products are manufactured efficiently and to a high quality. Lead the attainment of key information to create long term resolutions and corrective actions to establish and sustain a culture of continuous improvement.

Develop plans and strategies utilizing production forecasts and resources to achieve agreed labour and machine productivity levels. Meet conversion cost, material variance and scrap reduction goals.

Lead the implementation of best-in-class practices and projects aimed at cost reduction and efficient process control.

Accountable to maintain adherence to internal and external standards for the manufacturing product lifecycle.

Partner with business to establish processes and organizational structures to meet compliance requirements for all appropriate regulatory bodies.

Lead and liaise with key business partners on the strategy, implementation and team focused on programs and processes overseeing general machine and facility maintenance.

Partner with innovation team to facilitate the industrialization of innovation projects through analysis and testing of new product development ideas in the plant.

Responsible for the efficient movement of completed product and materials ensuring regulatory compliance where required.

Lead the processes for the creation and delivery of key administrative functions; including month-end reporting, annual budgeting, capital expenditure evaluations and documentation of internal management systems.

Ensure compliance with federal and state Health & Safety legislative requirements

Ensure the occupational Health and Safety policy is signed and dated, outlining commitment and responsibilities of all members of the workplace

Review all policies, procedures and work instructions related to health, safety and environment annually, to ensure effectiveness of the health and safety program.

Appoint competent Supervisors/Managers who are familiar with legislated safety requirements

Take every precaution reasonable in the circumstance for the protection of a worker

Qualifications and Experience

Completion of University in a technical or business-related discipline or equivalent experience.

At least 10 years management experience with proven track record of improving performance in a leadership role. Holding a cross section of functional roles preferred

Experience balancing multiple priorities and leading change.

Experience in strategic planning, resource allocation, employee relations, leadership techniques and coordination of people and resources.

Demonstrated experience & success in leading Lean/Six Sigma projects

Experience and strong understanding of budgeting/expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices

Technical understanding of production planning techniques, current quality standards, lean manufacturing and safety requirements/laws (ISO 9001, Six Sigma, 5S, etc.)

Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental practices in a manufacturing environment

Knowledge of injection moulding equipment and fabrication combined with experience in a plastic manufacturing environment, including an understanding of the process of machinery

Able to plan and organize daily activities, analyse data and react to changes and challenges in the business

Excellent motivational, leadership, problem solving, troubleshooting and conflict resolution skills

Able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization

Strong technical, business, and organizational skills. Able to apply logic and reasoning to identify appropriate options and implement solutions.

Able to effectively communicate concepts, ideas, and instructions

Strong analytical skills with overall business knowledge and the ability to handle multiple priorities well

Able to apply problem solving techniques, identify options and implement appropriate solutions

Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products to analyse data and trends

Harco Fittings is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and, upon request, will work with qualified job applicants to provide suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability. Accommodation requests are available to candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process for IPEX jobs. To request an accommodation, please contact HR at

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