Plant Manager (WAGRAM, NC, US, 28396)

Cascades

Salary: $140k
Experience: 3+ yrs
Location: Wagram, North Carolina, United States
Job type: Full-time

Required skills

business strategies
communication skills
key performance indicators
people management
Unity

About the role

WELCOME HOME! – PLANT MANAGER Converting

At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

Career pathways that support your goals!
Excellent Benefits Package offering health options, life insurance, time off
Financial Benefits include 401(k) Retirement Plan, Profit Sharing & Stock Options!
Well-Being Benefits include EAP options, lifestyle Benefits, legal plan, critical illness
Base Salary Range for PLANT MANAGER Starting at $140k + profit sharing target

At Cascades you can develop your full potential, sustainably, by applying your expertise within Cascades as the Plant Manager.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Health & Safety

Ensure that a plant wide safety program is in place and that all employees are carrying out their responsibilities as described
Participate in accident and incident investigations and corrective actions are taken to prevent hazardous conditions and/or behaviors
Ensure that there is an established safety program and that all safety rules, policies and procedures are adhered to

Business Development & Operational Strategy

Provide oversight and strategic direction to meet organizational objectives and ensure the fiscal health of the business unit.
Develop business strategies to support the operational functions and ensure profitability.
Understand marketplace, competition and knowledge of existing and prospective customers.
Set, monitor and align business goals through the use Key Performance Indicators
Collaborate with key stakeholders and project teams in the implementation of optimization projects specific to your unit

People Management

Development of an employee-oriented culture that emphasizes safety, quality, continuous improvement, retention, employee development and high performance.
Create a workplace culture that is consistent with the organizations vision and values.
Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members that allows for differing ideas and concepts.
Display exemplary leadership to support a team of direct reports comprised of Supervisory and Management staff, and all other office and plant personnel
Conduct formal and informal performance feedback sessions

General Plant Administration & Analysis Functions:

Ensure that sufficient employee time, supervisor support, and funds are budgeted for safety equipment, tools and training.
Monitor inventory
Champion cost control initiatives, including but not limited to Overtime, direct labor, fixed and variable costs
Manage Capital expenditures
Maintain and analyze operational reports to identify gaps/ operational needs

Bring out the best in yourself. Commit. Evolve. Persevere. Every day, our colleagues choose to respect their true nature by contributing with passion to our mission.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE & STRENGTHS

Proven troubleshooting ability with emphasis on safety and reliability
Leadership and a collaborative spirit that inspire and engage teams to achieve excellence
Ability to build relationships and foster trust with stakeholders at all business levels
Sound judgment to ensure follow-up and effective implementation of solutions in accordance with company priorities to make appropriate decisions
Strong persuasiveness to foster maximum buy-in in a difficult context
Strong communication skills, tact and diplomacy
Ability to guide and coach team members
Ability to perform machining functions would be an asset
Well organized.
Must be aware of all safety standards and requirements

REQUIREMENTS

Bachelor’s degree in Business, or Operations preferred
A combination of experience and education will be considered in lieu of a degree
1-3 years of experience in manufacturing leadership role.
Prior experience in the paper industry.
Experienced with MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, etc.)

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner.

To be part of Cascades is to reveal the full potential of materials, people and ideas. We are a source of possibilities since 1964. Cascades have been providing sustainable, innovative and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene and recovery. Join 10,000 talents working in a network in almost 70 operating units located in North America.

About Cascades

Manufactures recycled paper packaging and professional hygiene products.

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