Plant general manager job description

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General Summary
This position is responsible for providing leadership, oversight and strategic direction to the Plant Manager (s), Plant Administration, and others to ensure long-term Company profitability. Profit and Loss responsibility for 5 Asphalt Plants and 7 Aggregate/Recycle facilities.

Essential Job Accountabilities
Oversee the entire Construction Materials Business in the region to ensure that strategic growth activities for the materials business are in alignment with and supported by corporate and Group management.Work with Regional Vice President and Group Materials Manager to identify and analyze current and future construction materials growth opportunities to ensure long-term profitability goals are met. Build and maintain a culture of operational efficiency and strategic alliances with customers, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure the team's best in class execution and delivery in its construction materials business. Partner with the Quality Department to ensure best in class quality performance on all production and sales. Authorize/approve all materials related personnel transactions (hiring, transfers, wages, etc.), purchase requisitions and change requests to ensure corporate/business unit objectives are reached. Consult on union issues and assist in jurisdictional disputes and negotiations when needed to ensure Granite's best interests. Monitor all company, client, and project policies and procedures to ensure Granite's core values are maintained. Coordinate liquid asphalt purchasing and asphalt strategic alliances working with the Asphalt and Energy Group to ensure maximum value to Granite. Coordinate the recruiting, staffing, and development of our materials personnel to ensure strategic objectives are met. Assist with implementation/interpretation of safety programs to ensure a safe work environment.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience in Plants and Materials.
Work Experience
Minimum 10 years' experience.
Knowledge, skills, and abilities
Knowledge and experience with Hot Mix Asphalt Plants and Aggregate Plants preferred.Thorough knowledge of all aspect of materials (technology, equipment, methods, quality), company policies, procedures and standards; and union jurisdiction, labor agreements, negotiations essential.Excellent communication, organizational, supervisory, and planning skills required.Proficiency with all MS Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.), JWS, and other materials/plants software.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Additional Requirements/Skills
Team player Ability and willingness to abide by Granite's Code of ConductValid driver's license #LI-ML1

About Granite Construction IncorporatedGranite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite Construction is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities and a Drug-Free Workplace. For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.Notice to Staffing AgenciesGranite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

We are excited to announce an opening for a Truss Plant General Manager for a 120,000 square-foot facility in Southern, Florida . The plant serves as a manufacturing facility, and lumber and distribution center for building materials.

We are seeking an experienced Truss Plant General Manager to join our team and lead operations at our Florida facility! The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in the lumber or building materials industry with multiple assignments in all phases of the business and a proven track record with an emphasis on safety and quality. Willing to re-locate the right candidate .

Duties and Accountability

• Responsible for the overall production and physical conditions of the location's facilities and equipment. Partners with other managers of departments and helps to train and develop personnel involved in the production function in these departments.
• Reviews production orders or schedules to ascertain product data, such as types, quantities, and specifications of products as well as scheduled delivery dates, in order to plan department operations.
• Plans production operations, establishing priorities and sequences for manufacturing products.
• Prepares operational schedules and coordinates manufacturing activities to ensure production and quality of products meets specifications.
• Reviews production and operating reports and resolves operational, manufacturing, and maintenance problems to ensure minimal costs and operational delays.
• Inspects machines and equipment to ensure specific operational performance and optimum utilization.
• Develops or revises standard operational and working practices and observes workers to ensure compliance with standards.
• Resolves worker grievances or submits unsettled grievances to Production Supervisor or Crew Leader for action.
• Directs the implementation of safe operating practices in compliance with Company and regulatory policies (DOT regulations, forklift operations, OSHA compliance, etc.).
• Compiles, stores, retrieves, and analyzes production data.
• Active in professional trade groups, such as Home Builder's Association, and participates in LMC meetings and customer appreciation events.
• The Building Center maintains a fleet of more than 20 vehicles
• Demonstrates positive interactions with the public and positive interpersonal relations in dealing with fellow employees, supervisors, and other department employees, so that productivity and positive employee relations are maximized.
• Supports and contributes to effective safety and risk management efforts by adhering to established policies and procedures, maintaining a safe environment, promoting accident prevention, and identifying and reporting potential liabilities.
• Maintains confidentiality and accuracy of all information related to company finances and records.
• Adheres to company procedures, policies, and protocols as set forth in the Hourly Employees Handbook.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Carries out managerial responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and developing/training team members; planning, assigning, directing, and delegating work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining team members; and addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Minimum Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• 10-12 years of directly related experience in Wood Truss Manufacturing or the lumber and building materials industry with multiple assignments in all phases of the business.
• Significant understanding and practical experience in business and management principles.
• Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, and inventory processes/management.
• Intermediate to advanced computer skills
• Demonstrated success in creating accountability and to lead by example.
• Strong team building, consensus building, decision-making, people management, and organizational skills.

International Paper operates a recycling business which collects, sorts, and processes waste paper and other recyclables across North America. The business contributes to the U.S. paper recycling environmental success story (where recovery now exceeds 60%) and contributes to International Paper's manufacturing success.

This position has overall responsibility for managing the safe and profitable operation of a recycling plant. This position reports to the Regional Manager and is a hands-on leadership position responsible for providing direction to plant leadership, Recycling Reps and plant team members.
The Plant General Manager position will be located at our West Sacramento, CA Recycling Plant.

**Key Functions:**

+ Responsible for the safety of all plant team members and contractors; including setting the vision and expectations, the implementation of corporate and business safety initiatives, the adherence to company safety expectations, and the development, execution and monitoring of plant specific safety plans and results.

+ Responsible for the financial performance of the plant (P&L responsibility).

+ Manage two Recycling Reps whose primary role is to sell plant recycling services to new and existing customers.

+ Responsible for the plant's staffing, operational efficiency, maintenance and cost control measures.

+ Effectively communicate operating plans, performance goals and expectations to plant team members.

+ Support the business mission and vision by modeling desired behaviors, communicating and reinforcing key messages through daily activities and interactions.

+ Responsible for leading and directing the development, training, and performance of plant team members.

+ Accountable for effective management of human resources and physical plant assets

+ Accountable for capital project planning and implementation of approved projects

**Requirements:**

+ Proven commitment to safety and safety processes

+ High ethical standards

+ Commercial sales experience

+ Management experience; ability to influence and lead all levels of an organization

+ Ability to evaluate and develop team members at all levels

+ Ability to utilize workflow and process reliability to implement process improvements

**Preferred:**

+ Bachelor's Degree or equivalent education and experience

+ Manufacturing supervision experience

+ Knowledge and experience managing a fiber recycling facility

+ Experience in managing the P&L of a business unit

+ Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint

+ Ability to relocate for future career growth opportunities

**Key Competencies:**

Building Effective Teams Business Acumen

Customer Focus Developing Direct Reports

Directing Others Drive for Results

Integrity and Trust Managerial Courage

Motivating Others Priority Setting

Problem Solving

Location:

West Sacramento, CA, US, 95691

Category: Manufacturing

Date: Oct 12, 2022