Production Manager - PLC Exp. Desired
Company: Graham Packaging
Location: Prattville
Posted on: March 17, 2023
Job Description:
Company Statement Graham Packaging is a people, planet and
values-based company and a leader in sustainable packaging
manufacturing. From the kitchen to the laundry room, Graham
Packaging is part of your everyday life. For employees at Graham,
our Blue Culture is part of their everyday lives, too. In other
words, Blue is how we do things here. At Graham, we are united by a
clear vision. We know our part and help those around us know
theirs, encouraging one another to continuously improve. We create
a safe, challenging environment to innovate by supporting creative
ideas and new ways of thinking. We take the initiative to cultivate
our individual growth and help others do the same, while keeping
ourselves and one another accountable. And we actively promote
cooperation, collaboration, integrity and respect across regions
and teams to foster an engaged, diverse and connected workforce. We
value our employees, and a Blue Culture allows for the most
rewarding employee experience as part of the Graham family. Blue is
how we feel about what we do-together-to create a better tomorrow.
Overview New Plant opening in 2023Production Managers direct
supervisors and assigned personnel within the Production
Department. Coordinate production activity in a manner that results
in the production of quality product in a safe and cost effective
manner. Work with scheduling to ensure that an effective production
plan is developed and executed consistent with plant procedures,
customer service requirements, and plant objectives.
Responsibilities The primary duties of a Production Manager
include:
- Understands, follows and enforces all established safety,
health, quality GMP and Company policies, procedures and recognized
practices.
- Understands, follows and enforces all established policies,
procedures and recognized practices.
- Works with supervisors to oversee all Production department
personnel/HR issues including: hiring, reviews, recognition,
disciplinary, attendance, and grievances.
- Responsible for the execution of a production schedule to
satisfy customer service requirements with respect to time, cost,
and quality.
- Assigns and oversees all supervisory project work such as
safety programs, housekeeping, regrind, CQI, etc.
- Ensures cost effective inventory levels of production supplies
are maintained to meet production requirements.
- Coordinates with the Maintenance Manager on the preventative
maintenance required for the operational equipment.
- Maintains contact with the sales department so that customer
requirements are effectively met and maximum utilization of plant
facilities is obtained.
- Manages temporary staffing levels for the operation to achieve
plant objectives for labor efficiency.
- Attends meetings as necessary.
- Assists in taking all physical inventories in accordance with
corporate procedures.
- Conducts all trials and R & D for packaging conditions such as
banding and stretch wrap.
- Ensures that the necessary plant Standard Operating Procedures
(SOP's) are developed and that production employees have been
trained to meets plant operations objectives.
- May be responsible for special projects related to other
functional areas.
- 0-25% travel may be required. Qualifications A Bachelor's
Degree and/or related operations experience; or equivalent
combination of education and related operations experience is
required. A minimum of five years' experience in an operations
supervisory or management role in a manufacturing environment with
demonstrated leadership skills strongly preferred. In addition to
managing the production team, qualified candidates for this role
will also need to have some mechanical abilities to assist on the
maintenance team as well. Production Managers are required to
interact with other managers, employees, vendors, and customers.
Therefore, the following skills and proficiencies are also
essential requirements of the position:
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual
attendance.
- Computer usage and typing skills are essential.
- Excellent verbal and written communication, including the
ability to effectively communicate with internal and external
customers.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while
maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary customer
service.
- Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to
completion within parameters of instructions given, prescribed
routines, and standard accepted practices.
- Communicates effectively: conveys facts and information clearly
both verbally and orally.
- Collaborates well with others: proactively contributes to group
objectives; volunteers to help others. Compensation Statement The
expected salary range for the position described in this posting is
made in accordance with the legal mandates of certain jurisdictions
within the United States. The final agreed-upon compensation is
based on individual qualifications and experience. Benefits
Statement Benefits include medical, dental, vision and basic life
insurance. Employees are able to enroll in the company's 401K
Employee Saving Plan and may participate in its Employee Wellness
Program. Employees will also receive paid time off in accordance
with company policy and state law requirements. EEO Disclaimer
Graham Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation,
religion, creed, age, national origin, physical or mental
disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status,
veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Keywords: Graham Packaging, Montgomery , Production Manager - PLC Exp. Desired, Professions , Prattville, Alabama
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