Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Plant Manager will be responsible for leading a significant portion of the factory production operation in High Point involving approximately 200 employees. The successful candidate will provide strategic direction to the operation as well as ensuring excellence in safety, quality, delivery, productivity (SQDC), planning, and continuous improvement.

The qualified candidate will have the following characteristics and responsibilities:

· Provide leadership, direction, and management of the plant operations to meet SQDC goals.

· Review and analyze quality control, production, and operational reports to effectively plan as well as identify and address causes of irregularities.

· Coordinate and manage through direct reports, all functions of manufacturing operations to include but not limited to manufacturing, inventory control, manufacturing projects/studies, cost control, work standards, and administration.

· Consult with internal and external customers and other teammates to evaluate and control quality through effective problem solving and root cause analysis.

· Provide leadership to drive a Lean culture in order to optimize operational excellence (SQDC).

· Develop, maintain, and implement the strategic plan to meet budget goals along with associated performance metrics.

· Actively participate in the hiring, training, retention and development of direct reports and indirect reports. Ensure the training of collective team to meet organizational environmental and safety programs and procedures.

· Maintain a high level of accountability to achieve quality work on time and in budget.

· Planning and coordination of manufacturing operations to make efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.

· Along with others, create and support the vision for the efficient production of new product through innovative processes. Develop specific short term/long term plans to meet growth projections and product development introductions with supporting budgets and manpower requirements.

· Foster an environment of employee engagement, teamwork, and positive empowerment.

· Demonstrated understanding of the principals and applications associated with manufacturing operations and engineering. Experience in the cabinet or a wood related field is a plus.

· Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field with 7+ years of experience is preferred.

· Excellent planning and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to motivate and lead people, assess, and develop those around him/her.

· Experience leading a successful Lean culture with at least 4 years experience.

· Six Sigma Black or Green Belt accreditation or similar problem solving training a plus.

· Strong analytical and decision making skills. Ability to work with teams and lead decision making processes in a team environment.

· Excellent communication skills both interpersonal and written. Strong computer skills with the ability common applications.

Marsh Kitchen & Bath offers competitive compensation and benefits packages.

ABOUT MARSH FURNITURE COMPANY

Marsh is a family-owned cabinetry manufacturer with a 118-year legacy of innovation, reliability, and service. We design and produce high-quality, handcrafted cabinetry that brings unique beauty and function to homes across the Eastern U.S. But even more importantly, we're proud to continue our tradition as a responsible employer, dedicated not only to our customer's satisfaction but also to that of our employees, their families, and our communities.

Marsh’s heritage as a family enterprise can’t help but find its way into our products. After all, the kitchen is where families gather, and we never forget that this is where our products live. Our devotion to family extends to those of our suppliers, our dealers, and, of course, our employees. Cabinetry is our specialty, but our relationships with others is what defines us. We invite you to become the newest member of our family.

Marsh Furniture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of Marsh Furniture is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual’s race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.