Plant Manager

Overview

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com.

Downingtown is a borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, 33 miles west of Philadelphia. As of the 2010 census it had a population of 7,891. Downingtown was settled by English and European colonists in the early 18th century and has a number of historic buildings and structures.

The plant was built in 1979, manufactures paper cups and cartons, and has approximately 200 employees.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law.  For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Responsibilities

This position is for Pactiv Evergreen Inc.

Summary:

The Plant Manager position is responsible for all aspects of Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics, EH&S and Facilities at a given manufacturing plant in support of the AOP. The Plant Manager establishes local operating strategy, manages the manufacturing plant workforce and interfaces as necessary with key internal customers. The Plant Manager will typically be responsible for a plant employee population of 200 + employees working in a 24/5 manufacturing operation.

Essential duties and responsibilities:

· Cultivate a collaborative plant culture that encourages employee development, teamwork and adaptability

· Evaluate and develop the existing talent found within the manufacturing plant

· Build an efficient manufacturing operation through the reliance on standardized systems, reliable equipment performance and an adherence to process

· Apply principles of lean manufacturing, as appropriate, to improve key business metrics via continuous improvement advancements, waste elimination (1st pass yield and Kaizen) and root cause analysis

· Optimize plant performance (overall equipment efficiency/OEE) by maximizing labor efficiency while at the same time minimizing scrap and achieving the required product quality

· Partner with commercial and R&D staff to identify opportunities for improvement in cost of manufacturing and product performance

· Head of the plant management team by empowering, enabling and developing people to work effectively together as teammates

· Ensure a collaborative culture is established throughout the Plant where employees are held accountable while at the same time coached and encouraged to reach their full potential

· Ability to effectively communicate the business vision across all levels of the plant

· Management of annual operating plan/budget & deployment of resources across the plant to deliver production commitments in key safety, quality, service, and cost target areas

· Support internal customer groups to ensure attainment of profitability targets and delivery of finished product that meets customer quality expectations

· Develop and execute the safety programs necessary to achieve and sustain a world-class safety record

· Direct plant capital programs and expenditures to support strategic operational goals

· Comply with all local, state and federal regulations

· Manage operations through the use of the Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS).

Qualifications

Requirements:

· Bachelor's Degree BA/BS degree in Business, Operations, Engineering or a related field is preferred

· 5-10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing dependent upon location size – preferably in a highly respected paper or consumer packaging manufacturing organization

· Previous management/supervisory experience required

Preferred Skills:

· Strong financial aptitude

· The Plant Manager will have successfully implemented operational strategies and initiatives that have improved bottom-line profitability in a manufacturing environment

· The Plant Manager must be high-energy with a creative approach to problem solving, possess strong analytical skills, and be a team player with exceptionally strong leadership skills

· The Plant Manager must be an excellent judge of talent with a proven track record of attracting top performers and mentoring employees as their careers advance up through the organization

· Ability to multi-task effectively while working across multiple layers of the organization. Proven ability to juggle multiple issues simultaneously, identifying appropriate level of priority and resource allocation

· The ideal candidate is a team builder that develops and drives high performance work teams aligned around the strategic operational initiatives of the manufacturing plant.

· Ability to function as a strategic thinker without losing site of the critical details

· Experienced at applying the principles of lean manufacturing to improve key plant metrics via continuous improvement advancements, waste elimination and root cause analysis problem solving

Benefits: 

This position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus, 401(k) plan with no waiting period and dollar for dollar match up to 6% and immediate vesting, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, paid parental leave, up to nine paid Holidays and two floating Holidays, wellness program, tuition reimbursement and family care benefits.

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