Plant Manager

Fluidra’s looking for a Plant Manager to join our team at our Fiberglass Filter Plant in Jacksonville, FL.   

WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE    

As the Plant Manager for our Fluidra USA Facility, this individual will manage and direct the company’s manufacturing, P&L management, sourcing, supply chain and logistics with indirect oversight for the quality and safety operations for our fiberglass filters plant. In addition, the Operations Manager will be responsible for developing and establishing overall operating plans, goals and objectives that will ensure operating results are aligned with the company’s tactical and strategic plans, including the business forecast. Additionally, you will:    

• Direct all manufacturing support functions of the company, including manufacturing, production planning, assembly operations, purchasing, shipping, and receiving to ensure that established operational and financial objectives are met.
• Plan, organize, direct and run day-to-day operations to exceed our customers’ expectations.
• Champion an environment of continuous improvement through increased production, capacity and flexibility while minimizing costs.
• Recommend and implement strategies in alignment with the company’s strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus.
• Lead manufacturing employees in the development of annual plans and continuous improvement programs including a lean management system to reduce the manufacturing cost, increase productivity, improve delivery (lead-times and on time in full), and meet inventory objectives (turns and dollars)
• Monitor and report on key operational metrics such as cost, inventory levels, delivery, and productivity. Direct regular reviews of operational performance and provide appropriate feedback to team members on results. Ensure corrective action is taken to restore the integrity of the operating plan.
• Promote a clean and safe work environment through the support and influence of safety practices and training for all employees.  Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and maintenance of safety and training records.
• Oversee purchasing department, ensuring the material needs in terms of time, quality and cost.
• Collaboration with other manufacturing companies of the Fluidra group to update procedures, learn and import technologies, take advantage of existing knowledge, etc.
• Responsible for coaching, performance management and organizational development of operations staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT WE SEEK   

• 5 + years’ experience working in plant operations required

• Strong knowledge and experience in production of short batches of products with a variety of components
• Expertise with fiberglass manufacturing industry, standard equipment and technical knowledge is preferred
• Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
• Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, demand creation, inventory and stewardship processes
• Ability to create accountability and to lead by example
• Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills
• Proficiency with MS Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

The following non-required experiences would be highly advantageous:   

• Familiarity with the pool / spa industry
• Familiarity with pool / spa equipment

EDUCATION   

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Mechanical/ Chemical Engineering or related field

WHAT WE OFFER 

An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:   

• 3 weeks of paid vacation
• 11 paid Holidays
• Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
• 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
• Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
• Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
• Company sponsored FUN events!
• Generous product discounts

WHO WE ARE   

Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP, S.R. Smith, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Dell® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.   

Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.   

Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.