at Wis-Pak in Quincy, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Summary:
The Facility Manager position is a Management Team position. This position is responsible for Safe, Quality Cases on Time at the Lowest Cost. The Facility Manager will ensure that all functions of the facility carried out in a safe and efficient manner and that personnel are given the tools and necessary training. The Facility Manager will also serve as a Facility Food Safety Team Member. The Facility Manager is responsible for the overall direction, coordination and evaluation of the Quincy facility.
JOB DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Note: The job functions relate to the job, not the individual)
Maintain a safe working environment for employees.
Ensure all employees are trained and following all plant and safety, Food Safety, GMP, OSHA and sanitation regulations.
Will actively lead the Management Team and work closely with all members to develop best practices for the facility.
Will be an active member of the Food Safety Team, which includes staying up to date with food safety training.
Will be key member of the facility audit team.
Will promote and actively demonstrate continuous improvement within the facility using WPMS (Wis-Pak Performance Management System. Evaluate, recommend and implement improvements in methods and processes to improve safety, quality, delivery, cost and morale. Develop plans for the maximum utilization of materials, machines and personnel.
Will develop, justify, recommend and implement a 5 year capital budget for the facility. Ensure capital projects are on time and within budgetary constraints. Analyze and report on variances of actual vs budget.
Will develop, justify, recommend and implement an annual operating budget to control labor, manufacturing, and variance costs to achieve the standard total cost per case.
Deliver improvements to the 4 manufacturing levers: Yield, Line Efficiency, Labor Efficiency, and Spending.
Maintain high safety standards, conduct audits, enforce safety policies, and ensure PPE is used. Continuously improve our FIFI (Find-It, Fix-It Program).
Follow and enforce all Wis-Pak policies and procedures
Provide all training necessary to personnel to operate equipment safely and efficiently
Manage department personnel by assigning tasks and following up. Encourage and motivate the workforce. Coach for improvement when necessary.
Must prioritize, schedule and delegate work assignments and directly oversee staff to ensure the achievement of production objectives at the lowest cost consistent with company quality requirements and meeting customer delivery requirements and specifications.
Review and analyze productions costs, product quality and various production statistics; modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of facility.
Ensure proper maintenance of equipment and building and establish facility housekeeping standards.
Keep records and procedures up to date.
Conduct meetings as needed and participate in facility meetings. Lead cross functional teams to address and resolve facility issues and improve quality and productivity. Establish a monthly Town Hall meeting to communicate current events with the plant team.
Keep current on new manufacturing technology and production trends. Monitor and evaluate trends to determine if applicable to Wis-Pak operations.
Assist and communicate professionally with other departments.
Must be able and willing to travel as needed and attend external training.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and/or seven total years of food manufacturing experience.
Must possess good people skills.
Proven ability to develop good problem solving statements and use problem solving skills to close the gaps.
Possess good skills, in math, verbal and written communication.
Good organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
Computer skills including Microsoft Office, JD Edward, Sharepoint, and other business intelligence tools.
Comply with all safety rules and regulations, including setting a good example.
Follow all Food Safety Plan practices and guidelines.
JOB DISCLAIMER
This list of job duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
Equal Opportunity Employer
