JDP is seeking a Plant Manager in Chicago, IL area to oversee a food packaging operation.

They will be responsible for managing the day to day operations of a multi-shift operation including Safety, Production efficiencies, CI improvements, Maintenance, Inventory control and shipping and receiving. Strong leadership skills and communication skills are critical to the success of the position.

Responsibilities:

• Accomplishes project results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; developing personal growth opportunities.
• Maintains a level work flow by monitoring steps of the process; setting process goals; observing control points; monitoring personnel and resources; implementing cost reductions; developing reporting procedures and systems; facilitating corrections to malfunctions within process control points; initiating and fostering a spirit of cooperation within and between departments.
• Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization cGMPs and Safety guidelines.
• Ensures operation of all facility equipment by calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Provides information by compiling, initiating, sorting, and analyzing performance records and data; answering questions and responding to requests.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources; maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Resolves personnel problems by analyzing data; investigating issues; identifying solutions; recommending action.
• Manages a safe work environment by advocating safety training, accident preparedness, and compliance with Company, OSHA, and other standards and regulations. Lead the team in a safe and efficient operation while also ensuring the security of the product and facility.
• Ensure production performance KPI’s are tracked, and overall goals are set, maintained daily, and continuously improved. KPIs include; operating efficiencies, financial performance, safety, labor utilization, product quality, OTIF, inventory accuracy, and adherence to established SOPs.
• Maintain a high level of Quality, Customer Service, and regulatory compliance throughout the facility.
• Establish and maintain productive relationships with peers, team, and senior managers to communicate effectively, collaborate across departments, and strategically implement solutions.
• Inspire your team with challenging assignments and coaching to facilitate individual growth and development; foster a collaborative environment in which diverse backgrounds are respected and valued.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of previous management experience in high-volume production, facility management and shipping and receiving.
• Tracking budget expenses.
• Provide leadership to full time and temporary staffing.
• Maintains ongoing and open communication with vendors, internal managers, and facility team.
• Ability to communicate clearly and efficiently in all situations with strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong reasoning, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret and understand policies and procedures and communicate them to others.
• Proven ability to motivate teams and manage conflict; ability to provide feedback and develop other team members.
• Working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office, Word and Excel along with WMS experience.
• Previous experience managing diverse teams of 200+ associates.
• Available to support multiple shifts as required.
• Must have a 4-year degree or equivalent work experience.
• Must be able to be considered for future promotional opportunities.