Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Plant Manager in Summit, IL area! The qualified candidate will run all day to day operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong food manufacturing background. The qualifications and responsibilities to successfully perform this job are listed below:

Responsibilities:

• Direct and manage plant operations for production maintenance, quality and shipping and receiving
• Coordinate plant activities through the planning with departmental managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Develop and control profits plans and budget Implement cost effective systems of control over capital operating expenditures manpower wages and salaries
• Manage capital asset maintenance
• Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards
• Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight and repair expenses
• Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel
• Provides direction, development and leadership to production supervisor

Requirements:

• Four-year bachelor’s degree is required (technical degree preferred)
• Baked goods experience is highly preferred, and these candidates will receive highest priority
• Must have a minimum of 7 years’ experience in a food manufacturing facility as a Plant Manager
• Must have strong knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, maintenance, floor operations, quality, labor scheduling and equipment