Crystal Creamery is currently looking for an Assistant Plant Manager for the Night Shift.
The Assistant Plant Manager with a focus on production scheduling will support the Plant Manager in overseeing daily operations and ensuring efficient production processes. This role involves managing production schedules, coordinating with various departments to ensure timely completion of production goals, and optimizing operational workflows to improve productivity and reduce costs. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in production scheduling and a proven ability to manage and improve manufacturing operations.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Production Scheduling:
o Develop and maintain production schedules to meet demand forecasts and optimize resource utilization.
o Coordinate with production supervisors, procurement, and logistics to ensure the availability of materials and equipment needed for production.
o Adjust schedules as necessary to accommodate changes in demand, production delays, or other unforeseen issues.
1. Operational Support:
o Assist the Plant Manager in managing daily operations to ensure smooth and efficient production processes.
o Monitor production performance and address any issues that may impact schedule adherence, quality, or safety.
to Help implement and enforce production policies and procedures to ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.
1. Process Optimization:
o Identify areas for process improvement and collaborate with the team to implement solutions that enhance productivity and efficiency.
o Analyze production data and KPIs to identify trends, bottlenecks, and opportunities for optimization.
o Assist in the deployment of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
1. Team Coordination and Leadership:
o Supervise and support production staff, including scheduling shifts, managing workloads, and providing training as needed.
o Facilitate communication between departments to ensure alignment and coordination on production goals and schedules.
o Assist in resolving conflicts or issues within the production team and promote a positive and productive work environment.
1. Inventory and Materials Management:
o Collaborate with inventory and procurement teams to manage raw materials, components, and finished goods inventory levels.
o Ensure that materials are ordered and delivered on time to support production schedules and avoid disruptions.
1. Quality and Safety Compliance:
o Ensure that production processes adhere to quality standards and regulatory requirements.
o Support the implementation of safety protocols and practices to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
1. Reporting and Documentation:
o Prepare and maintain accurate records related to production schedules, performance metrics, and inventory levels.
o Generate reports for the Plant Manager and other stakeholders on production performance, schedule adherence, and other relevant metrics.
Qualifications:
* Education: Bachelor's degree Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field. Relevant certifications (e.g., PMP, Six Sigma) are a plus.
* Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in a manufacturing environment with a focus on production scheduling or planning. Dairy Experience a plus.
* License: Pasteurizer license or to obtain one within 6 months
* Skills:
o Strong experience in production scheduling and workflow optimization.
o Proficiency in using scheduling software, ERP systems, and other manufacturing tools.
o Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
o Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
o Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
o Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Working Conditions:
* Office and manufacturing floor environment.
* May require occasional overtime or weekend work based on production needs.
Crystal Creamery is an Equal Employment opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles (such as braids, locks, and twists), color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law (including cancer and predisposing genetic characteristics in California), genetic information, marital status, familial status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation (actual or perceived), transgender status, sex stereotyping, age, military or veteran status, domestic violence or sexual assault victim status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law.
Crystal Creamery is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process.
To apply please visit www.crystalcreamery.com.
Compensation details: 90000-100000 Yearly Salary
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