Plant Manager

Arcane Industries is seeking an innovative professional who is committed to promoting a culture of learning and collaboration to fill our Plant Manager role in Wichita, KS. The Plant Manager is responsible for optimizing production processes, ensuring quality, and fostering a culture of safety. This role includes managing a diverse team, meeting regulatory compliance, and maintaining positive customer relationships to achieve efficient and high-quality production.

Essential Duties, Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manage and optimize the production processes for plastic molding and extrusion, ensuring efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery of products.
• Allocate resources such as manpower, machinery, and materials to meet production targets and minimize waste.
• Implement and maintain strict quality control procedures to ensure that all products meet quality standards and customer requirements.
• Enforce safety protocols and promote a culture of safety within the plant, minimizing accidents and adhering to industry safety standards.
• Lead and develop a team of production staff, including hiring, training, performance evaluations, and conflict resolution.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels of raw materials and finished products to prevent shortages or overstocking.
• Continuously analyze and improve the preventative maintenance of the facilities machines, equipment, and tooling.
• Develop and manage the plant's budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities and making decisions to reduce operational expenses.
• Continuously analyze and improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and increase overall plant efficiency.
• Lead company improvement initiatives by establishing and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement within the plant.
• Ensure that the plant complies with environmental regulations, safety standards, and industry-specific guidelines.
• Maintain positive relationships with customers by addressing their concerns, managing order fulfillment, and collaborating on product specifications.
• Exhibit exemplary attendance and punctuality.
• Comply with company policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Based on the essential duties listed above, this position is considered safety-sensitive and therefore all work must be performed following quality standards and established safety procedures.

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline is preferred.
• Three to five years of experience in manufacturing, including roles such as a production supervisor, plant supervisor, or operations manager is required.
• A valid drivers license and the ability to be covered under the Companys automobile insurance are required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A deep understanding of plastic molding and extrusion processes, including equipment, materials, and quality control measures.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and best practices in a manufacturing environment to ensure a safe workplace.
• Familiarity with quality control standards and methodologies to maintain high product quality.
• Knowledge of environmental regulations related to manufacturing processes and waste management.
• Understanding of production planning and scheduling to meet customer demands efficiently.
• Strong leadership skills to manage and motivate a diverse workforce and guide them towards common goals.
• The ability to identify issues, analyze data, and implement effective solutions to enhance plant operations.
• Skills in budgeting and cost control to optimize resource allocation and minimize operational expenses.
• Proficiency in continuous improvement methodologies, such as Lean or Six Sigma, to enhance operational efficiency.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with employees, senior management, customers, vendors, and regulatory agencies.

The Plant Manager is responsible for supervising and managing various departments within the plant, including but not limited to production, maintenance, quality control, and safety. Additionally, the position will be expected to interact with co-workers, customers, and vendors daily.