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| Date Posted: | Apr 03, 2014 |
Job Description
Stoakley-Stewart Consultants Ltd. is a Canadian executive search firm. Since 1977, we have placed several thousand candidates in both Canada and the United States. We have recently extended our reach to include overseas placements, particularly in Europe and the MENA region. We have a team of over 25 top-notch consultants, each with subject-matter expertise in a specific field. This expansive breadth of experience means that there is a recruiter at Stoakley-Stewart who understands not only your industry but also the perfect position for you.
- Over three decades of making career aspirations a reality
- Job opportunities that you might otherwise never hear about
- Treatment of each unique individual with professionalism, confidentiality, respect and integrity
- Improved quality of life through matching your distinct needs with the perfect work environment/corporate culture
- Happiness, satisfaction and self-actualization – when working in the right role, with the right company, all facets of one's career improve
POSITION TITLE:
PLANT MANAGER – AUTOMOTIVE PLASTICS
JOB CATEGORY:
Manufacturing/Production/Operations
INDUSTRY:
Automotive – Plastic/Rubber Parts
LOCATION:
WINDSOR, ON
DATE:
April 2, 2014
JOB ORDER NUMBER:
198974
EXPERIENCE: In order to be COMPETITIVE for this position, you will have:
- 5-10 years’ Supervisory/Management experience within a unionized plant.
- Automotive Plastics and Injection Molding experience.
- Lean Manufacturing / formal training experience.
- Continuous Improvement focused.
- Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills.
THE COMPANY:
Our client is offering an excellent opportunity within their organization. They are seeking an experienced Plant Manager – Automotive Plastics. Our client has been providing global quality tooling solutions for plastics applications to original equipment manufacturers and their suppliers since 1972. The Automotive Components Division is a full service supplier of interior and exterior injection molded plastic components and assemblies, providing innovative solutions for automotive plastics applications to original equipment manufacturers and their suppliers.
Focused on engineering and technology driven solutions, our full service capabilities range from product design and development services, with the capability of injection molding to 3500 tons.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The Plant Manager will have overall accountability for production and business results for the facility. Involves employees in continuous improvement activities and projects and ensures adherence to quality and operating systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Act in compliance with the company Health & Safety policies and procedures including any applicable legislation.
- Notify the appropriate personnel of any situation or condition that may contribute to product or process non-conformity.
- Comply with the Environmental Policy and contribute to its goals and objectives accordingly.
- Reviews and adjusts production schedules in order to maintain an inventory of raw materials and finished inventory.
- Develops and implements plans to efficiently use materials, labour and equipment to meet production targets.
- Hires, supervises and trains or oversees training of employees in the use of new equipment or production techniques.
- Provides direction, leadership and motivation to the managers and employees of the facility.
- Accountable for driving continuous improvement in cost, quality, and on-time delivery through planning, organizing, and scheduling work assignments with the team and engaging support groups using Lean Manufacturing techniques.
- Supervise, mentor and coach the management team to improve quality and total production output.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
- Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations.
- Technical Skills – Pursues training and development opportunities strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Customer Service – Responds promptly to customer and supplier needs; meets commitments; develops positive relations internally and externally.
- Communication – Communicates clearly and effectively with all team members (customer and plant). Works effectively with a variety of people with different personalities, and effectively leads projects to fruition. Listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions. Edits work for spelling and grammar; presents information clearly and is easily understood.
- Organizational Support – Follows policies, procedures, work instructions and practices; completes administrative tasks accurately and on time.
COMPENSATION:
- A very competitive compensation package.
EDUCATION:
- Engineering or Business Degree required with 5-10 years’ Supervisory/Management experience.
EMPLOYMENT TYPE:
Permanent, Full-Time
REQUIRED TRAVEL:
No
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Yes – FULL relocation provided by client.
MANAGES OTHERS:
Unionized plant with 150 staff and full team of Senior Management.
CONTACT:
Deborah Mio, Managing Director
HOW TO APPLY:
Please click on the “APPLY” button located elsewhere on this job posting (preferred) or email your resume to: dmilo@stoakley.com
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