Overview
Plant Manager Jobs in Washington DC-Baltimore Area at Van Kaizen
Title: Plant Manager
Company: Van Kaizen
Location: Washington DC-Baltimore Area
Overview
Industry leading freight and transportation company is looking for a Plant Manager for their location in Germantown, MD!
To note: this is an on-site role and will require the candidate to be a US Citizen or Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).
Responsibilities:
- Lead the site’s global supply chain and facilities leadership team in the execution of continuous improvement focused around EHS and Site Compliance, Quality and Reliability, Customer On-Time Delivery, Functional Cost, Inventory, and Culture.
- Use lean and continuous improvement methods to drive improvements in safety, reliability, quality, and cost
- Establish site strategy ensuring investment and other required resources are aligned to achieve long-term outcomes
- Drive and sustain culture of accountability, compliance, and operational excellence with both exempt and hourly workforces
- Provide ongoing leadership, counseling, and support for the plant team, guiding them in current positions and assisting with career development and training
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in a Plant Management role and/or large Operations Supervisory role/or equivalent operational experience.
- Depth in EHS, shop operations, customer service operations, manufacturing engineering, quality, materials, sourcing, and material logistics in a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated ability to utilize lean, 5s, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Ability to adapt and flex in a dynamic environment
- Demonstrated ability to drive accountability, improve culture, and influence with both exempt and hourly teams
- Strong track record of coaching & team engagement skills
- Strong understanding of operations and business financials including shop functionals, manufacturing variances, productivity, and inventory
