Plant Process Manager

Owl’s Head Alloys, Inc, a 100% Employee-Owned Company, has a long history of engaged, productive employees, and we’re looking for a Plant Process Manager to join our amazing and diverse team. Come join one of the World’s Largest Secondary Aluminum Smelters located in West Point, Mississippi, at our recently opened facility! The future is recycling and that’s what Owl’s Head Alloys does every day. An ESOP company, since 2019.

The Plant Process Manager will play a crucial role in managing and overseeing the facility. The position will be working with all employees to optimize plant operations, improve sustainability practices, and evaluate all processes for optimal production. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the growth of our new facility while making a positive impact on the environment and the lives of our employees.

Responsibilities:
The existence of this role within our growing company is to provide the planning, coordination, and control of our manufacturing processes at our new location in West Point. The individual will also be responsible for the alignment of maintenance and operations employees, resources, and processes to achieve targets. The position reports to the site manager and is responsible for operations and maintenance employees.

· Direct, maintain, and enforce the safety program for the team; review safety records to uphold standards of maximum safety for all team members. Foster a “Safety First” culture to where zero injuries is attainable.

· Maintain a process first approach to all operational and mechanical issues (chemistries, recovery, productivity, uptime); practice process accountability.

· Accomplish manufacturing results by establishing and communicating reasonable and responsible targets and target conditions for throughput, quality (recovery, chemistry, traceability), safety, spending, continuously comparing actual performance to established targets and target conditions; perform gap analysis on actual / target discrepancies using Plan, Do, Check, Act (PDCA) methodology; make appropriate adjustments based on (PDCA) findings; coach, counsel, initiate, coordinate, and enforce systems, policies, and procedures.

· Complete monthly production plan by scheduling and assigning personnel in conjunction with supervision; establish priorities; monitor progress; create and revise schedules; resolve problems; report results of the production plan to the Plant Manager.

· Monitor raw material, finished goods, supplies, and spare parts inventories and address issues in cooperation with appropriate managers/champions.

· Track, analyze, and improve production and quality key performance indicators such as throughput rate, first time quality, recovery %, availability % through direct action and indirect action (mentoring and training).

· Conduct employee performance reviews based on job descriptions to determine competency, knowledge, and contribution of team members.

· Ensure that all production team members are trained in the most updated version of operating procedures.

· Create and revise systems and procedures by analyzing operating practices, record-keeping systems, forms of control, and budgetary and personnel requirements; implement change.

· Utilize technical knowledge and expertise to evaluate and recommend innovative engineering solutions to enhance plant efficiency, quality, safety, and environmental performance.

· Drive continuous improvement efforts by analyzing data, identifying areas for enhancement, and implementing best practices to optimize plant operations and promote sustainable practices.

· Perform all other work as assigned.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of process optimization, production monitoring, and data analysis
• Expertise in safety and environmental compliance
• Ability to coordinate with various departments and train staff
• Skilled in troubleshooting and problem-solving
• Excellent leadership and communication abilities
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or Business or 5 years' experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting in a comparable position of responsibility
• MBA or aluminum melting experience is preferred

We offer competitive compensation packages including benefits such as free health, dental and vision insurances, 2 retirement plans, and paid time off. Join our team of dedicated professionals in the aluminum industry!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• management: 3 years (Required)
• manufacturing processing: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• West Point, MS 39773 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• West Point, MS 39773: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person