POSITION SUMMARY

 The Plant Manager position is a managerial role heading up a plant’s operations and manufacturing.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable

Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Plant Manager Description

The Plant Manager is the onsite leader driving a robust culture of safety, employee engagement, quality systems, and manufacturing effectiveness. They will lead daily operations of a custom, discrete manufacturing process to complete orders on-time and to specified requirements. The Plant Manager will ensure that orders received are accurate and information is sufficient to complete the job(s) successfully on the manufacturing floor. They will work alongside multiple departments including ESH, Quality, HR, Planning, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Sales, and Finance to meet business goals. In addition, the Plant Manager will engage cross functional teams to promote continuous improvement and the implementation of lean manufacturing practices.

Essential Function Statement(s)

• Assures compliance with company requirements for product quality, efficiency, logistics, inventory levels, safety, and environmental demands to assure a safe working environment and quality products are achieved. 
• Maintain a clear understanding of plant capacity vs. actual plant production output by collecting and tracking various data through the production areas within the Business Unit. 
• Practices strong engagement with direct reports and team members including accepting diversity of ideas and thoughts, sharing responsibility for success, demonstrating honesty and integrity, helping employees solve problems and showing respect.
• Makes changes in processes and systems involving operations, production manufacturing and maintenance to reduce operating costs and limit operational delays. 
• Develop and utilize KPI's/visual management on the shop floor. 
• Collaborates closely with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality and Supply Chain to ensure all quality standards, practices, testing, and metrics are administered and meet documented requirements. 
• Develop strategies and tactics for improving operational efficiencies, optimizing inventory levels, and maintaining service. 
• Communicates to direct reports clear expectations to attain expected results and proactively develop solution for underperforming areas. (e.g. production, staffing, employee relations)
• Conducts Performance management and development activities to assure a highly motivated team. Coach, counsel, and mentor all direct reports. 
• Oversees equipment installs and associated startups.
• Complies with reporting requirements for fixed inventory and capital requirements. 
• Assumes fiscal and budgetary responsibility for assigned department expense.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives to include 6S, TPM and other Lean Manufacturing principles. 
• Understands and follows all company policies & procedures. Maintains consistent adherence to AZEK's Core Values

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering or equivalent combination of education, training, and

experience.

Required Experience: 

• 15-20 years professional experience with 7 years of experience in discrete manufacturing leadership.
• Demonstrated success in same or similar role, with a focus on managing personnel and processes.
• Strong computer skills to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Knowledge of JDE, a plus. 
• Proven ability to develop, lead and direct manufacturing personnel. In-depth understanding of manufacturing processes and technologies. 
• Proficient in understanding/interpreting the company’s financials and proven experience in the budgeting process.
• Precise and articulate in written and oral communication. Speaks clearly and persuasively in both positive and negative situations. Demonstrates individual and group presentation skills. 
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively to all levels and audiences. Proven ability to understand and deliver against customer expectations and requirements in a manufacturing environment. 
• Demonstrated leadership ability to get results with and through people. Ability to clearly delegate assignments and broadly shares responsibility and accountability. 
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and proven success in building and leading a high-functioning team. 
• Must be self-directed and motivated and able to multi-task in fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment. 
• Computer Skills: Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook. Knowledge of SAP/JD Edwards. Certifications & Licenses: Valid Driver’s License Other Requirements: Must possess well developed people skills, general business aptitude, general accounting/budgeting knowledge.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several geographic markets. The annual salary for this position ranges from $130,000 in our lowest market up to $170,000 in our highest market, plus bonus, equity, and benefits as applicable. The pay for roles at AZEK varies depending on a wide range of factors including but not limited to the specific work location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

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