What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at Franklin Electric?
Department: Administrative
Location: US - Oklahoma - Wilburton
Franklin Electric is a diverse team of innovators making a positive global impact since 1944. We offer innovative water solutions, ensuring access, treatment, and efficient management of this vital resource. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our innovative products, industry leading quality products, exceptional customer service, employee development, and passion for social responsibility.
If you are a self-motivated and collaborative individual who is passionate about making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity of plant manager! You would be responsible for overseeing the production process, coordinating all production activities and operations, implementing cost-effective systems of control over capital, operating expenditures, and the effective use of human assets. This position is pivotal in driving the plant's productivity, maintaining quality standards, facilitating timely maintenance, and managing staff to achieve organizational objectives.
Key Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide effective leadership to plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations.
- Analyze workflow, labor and equipment to maximize efficiency
- Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs
- Responsible for the implementation of manufacturing strategies and actions to achieve production output, product quality and on-time shipping
- Allocate resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results
- Monitor operations and trigger corrective actions as needed
- Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime
- Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards
- Ensure compliance with all local, state and federal laws as they pertain to EHS, worker's comp, OSHA and labor laws.
- Stay up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts
- Work with corporate team members on budgets, forecasting and planning
- Implement cost-effective solutions and supervising workers, schedules and workflow
Skills and Abilities
- Strong leadership skills to manage, motivate, and guide a team of employees in achieving set production goals.
- Excellent communication skills to clearly convey information, expectations, and feedback to the team, and to liaise effectively with stakeholders.
- Good understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing efficiency in production.
- Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks, schedules, and resources in a fast-paced environment.
- Problem-solving and decision-making abilities to identify issues, analyze potential solutions and determine the best course of action.
- Technical know-how in using software and tools for inventory management, production planning, quality control, and other essential operations.
- Familiarity with health and safety regulations, and ability to ensure compliance within the plant.
- Adept at financial planning and strategy to manage budgets, control expenses and maximize profitability.
- Experience with performance management and employee training, to ensure employees are skilled and able to deliver on their roles effectively.
Don't feel like you check all the boxes in the job description? Here at Franklin Electric, we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive culture which includes embracing candidates from a variety of different backgrounds and industries. We highly encourage you to apply so we can connect on this and future opportunities.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, or a related field (required).
- Ten or more years of experience in manufacturing, operations, or a related field.
- Five or more years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment (required).
- Master's degree in Business Administration or Industrial Management (preferred).
- Experience with manufacturing continuous improvement processes (e.g., Six Sigma, Kaizen Lean) (preferred).
- Supervises supervisory and non-supervisory employee(s).
- Interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, rewarding, and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Work with Human Resources on employee issues.
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COMPANY VALUES & BENEFITS
FE provides many opportunities to learn and grow through development opportunities such as training, certifications, mentorship, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, one-on-one coaching and more! We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and amenities such as:
- Generous paid time off & holidays
- Paid parental leave & on-site motherhood rooms
- 401(k) with matching & service contributions
- Health, dental, vision, life insurance
- Short & long-term disability
- Fertility & adoption support
- Undergraduate & graduate tuition reimbursement
- Professional development assistance
- Health & wellness programs
Franklin Electric is a global leader in water and energy systems, committed to continuous improvement and innovation to meet the diverse needs of our customers. Our founders in 1944 named the company after America's pioneer electrical engineer, Benjamin Franklin, which lives on today in our culture to drive us to push boundaries and create meaningful change. We offer a comprehensive range of pumps, motors, drives, and controls for residential, commercial, agricultural, industrial, and municipal applications.
More than just a workplace, Franklin Electric is a vibrant and inclusive community of forward-thinkers, united by our mission to drive positive impact worldwide. Our culture fosters career growth and personal development, with a focus on promoting from within and nurturing talent. Our recent awards in "America's Most Responsible Companies", "Most Trusted Companies" by Newsweek, "America's Climate Leaders" and "Indiana's Best Places to Work" attest, we're dedicated to upholding the highest standards of corporate responsibility.
At Franklin Electric, we believe that everyone deserves to be treated fairly and respectfully, and that our diversity of thought, culture and experience makes us a stronger company. Our commitment to social responsibility is evident in programs like the Franklin Women's Network and our philanthropic efforts through the Franklin Wells for the World Foundation. Through these endeavors, we've provided clean water to over 284,000 people in 12 countries, addressing the global water crisis head-on,
Locally in our communities, the Franklin Electric Charitable and Educational Foundation (FECEF) supports causes close to our hearts, such as United Way, Boys & Girls Club, and Big Brothers Big Sisters. Our dedication to excellence extends beyond our products and services, shaping a brighter future for both our employees and the communities we serve. Join us in driving meaningful change and making a difference with Franklin Electric.
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