Plant Manager

AP Professionals of Rochester is partnering with a manufacturing company in search of a Plant Manager. The Plant Manager provide overall leadership and direction for the manufacturing of filters and the production team.

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring that production processes are efficient, cost-effective, and meet quality standards.
• Manage production schedules, inventory levels, and production capacity.
• Provide visionary leadership, mentorship, and conflict management to a diverse group of manufacturing professionals, fostering an environment of mutual respect and continuous growth.
• Manage the supply chain, including sourcing raw materials, managing suppliers, and coordinating logistics to ensure a steady flow of materials for production.
• Ensure that products meet quality standards and that quality control processes are in place and effective.
• Implement and maintain quality management systems like ISO standards.
• Ensure that products meet quality standards and that quality control processes are in place and effective. This may involve implementing and maintaining quality management systems like ISO standards.
• Monitor and control production costs to ensure that the manufacturing process remains cost-effective and efficient.
• Identify and Develop strategies and opportunities to improve margins by implementing cost saving opportunities.
• Lead and manage a team of managers and supervisors, including production managers, quality control managers, engineering and others.
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies that align with the company's overall business goals and objectives.
• Identify areas for process improvement and implementing lean manufacturing principles or other methodologies to enhance efficiency and productivity.
• Recommend, Develop, and implement measures to improve production methods and equipment performance.
•  Identify and mitigate risks associated with manufacturing operations, such as supply chain disruptions, equipment failures, and market fluctuations.
• Stay current with technological advancements in manufacturing and assess potential benefits to the company.
• Coordinate with VP to implement new processes and controls to streamline and optimize production.
• Oversee the facilities and structure of 2 sites and develop opportunities to optimize and consolidate production processes.

• BS Degree in business or engineering desired

• Minimum 10 years work experience in manufacturing setting
• Minimum of 5 years with management responsibilities

• Manufacturing and/or mechanical background
• Ability to perform complex math calculations
• Operate computer system
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Experience working with quality and safety standards within a manufacturing environment