Plant Manager (Blenheim)

CPM Holdings, Inc. is a diversified leading global supplier of process equipment and engineered technologies that sustainably feed, fuel, and build a better world.u00a0 With its growing family of 17 market-leading product brands, CPM serves a variety of industries including animal feed, consumer food, green energy, advanced materials and sustainable packaging.u00a0 Founded in 1883, CPM has 1,700 employees across 36 facilities on 4 continents with presence in 150+ countries.u00a0 From the foods you eat to the fuels you require, CPM plays an significant role in making the world more productive and more sustainable.u00a0 For more information, visit OneCPM.com. THE POSITION: Reporting to the Director of Global Die Manufacturing - CPM, the Plant Manager is accountable for safe, efficient and cost-effective operations to ensure achievement of company objectives as well as consistent achievement of customer product quality and on-time delivery.u00a0 He/she will provide leadership, direction, decision making, and stability for all plant employees including, maintenance, production, process, warehousing & shipping, quality control, inventory control and will work extensively and collaboratively with the engineering and order processing teams in CPM Americas locations. This position is responsible for the planning and direction of all manufacturing activities for the manufacture of pellet mill dies at the Dorssers facility in Blenheim, Ontario Canada.u00a0 Duties and responsibilities will include supervision and coordination of activities and personnel. As you learn the business there will be a lot of detailed hands-on time in learning and improving existing processes while building and training your team.u00a0 This is a small facility, so we all wear many hats, and a bias for action on the floor is critical in this role. RESPONSIBILITIES: Work collaboratively and assure plant operations complies with all regulatory requirements; ensure a vigorous Safety Program is in place and executed. Develop plant objectives, priorities and operating plan targets including key metrics and implementation of same. Deploy these goals and priorities to staff and manage team activities to achieve objectives. Evaluate and continuously improve plant operations and facility, including EHS, quality, productivity, and profitability.u00a0 Coordinate and manage changes including perspectives from key stakeholders. Consistently and proactively promote a company culture that embraces integrity, teamwork, customer focus, learning and teaching, innovation, accountability, respect, inclusiveness, and perseverance. Establish and implement effective communication plans with sales management, companion plants, and engineering to ensure all employees are current on key initiatives and have an opportunity to ask questions. Actively participate in the recruiting and onboarding recent employees to develop culture and implement actions to reduce employee turnover.u00a0 Represent CPM to the community and develop relationships with local groups to advance the workforce. Assist in capital planning and build your team to flesh out a traditional manufacturing organization structure to support 25% capacity growth. Additionally responsible for management, oversight and supervision for: Productionu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Engineering & Maintenanceu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Process Control Quality Controlu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Purchasing & Inventory Controlu00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0u00a0 Labor Relations THE QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum 7 years of planning and plant production management experience in related industry in a job shop environment Significant experience with metal machining.u00a0 Understanding materials flow and purchasing supply chain in a manufacturing facility is essential to success in this role Experience using MRP/ERP systems is critical, implementation experience is helpful Technical experience and completion of relevant manufacturing management training programs helpful Strong background in Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Corrective Action, Problem Solving and Waste Elimination/Process Improvement is important Bacheloru2019s degree or equivalent experience in technical field THE PERSON: The successful candidate must be a strong cultural fit and bring high level of ethical, intellectual, professional and personal values that complement the team and company culture. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and successfully manage staff at all levels to achieve plant goals. u00a0Assertive in style, but respectful of others, and skilled in navigating competing organizational priorities and agendas. Strong relationship builder with strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate staff, facilitate change, and influence peers.u00a0 High energy, self-motivated, and hands-on management style working with all levels of the organization to drive performance and continuous improvement using an analytic and metrics based approach A strong bias for action with the willingness and ability to wear many hats Starting Annual Salary Range: $95,000 CDN plus Incentive Bonus, health / dental benefits, and RPP u00a0 CPM Acquisition Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. CPM Acquisition Corp. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including paid holidays and vacations, 401k, medical/dental insurance, tuition assistance, and more. Powered by JazzHR Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pjzzk