MTI Baths, Inc Hiring for Plant Operations Manager Job at Sugar Hill, GA Full Time

Plant Operations Manager

MTI Baths, Inc., a manufacturer of high-end bath products is seeking a hands-on Plant Operations Manager to join our manufacturing team. MTI is a part of the Engineered Stone Group, which is a division of a $2B holding company. Our company is financially stable and 30+ years old, a leader in the luxury bath products industry, and located 45 minutes NE of downtown Atlanta. The Plant Operations Manager will have responsibility for one of our key manufacturing plants with approximately 65 direct labor team members working on two shifts.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of two years in a leadership position within a metric driven, lean manufacturing environment. The candidate will have demonstrated a successful track record of continuous improvement, developing and managing KPI’s and be experienced in writing job descriptions as well as training and implementing procedures. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required as this position will interact with employees at all levels. A solid understanding of manufacturing plant financial statements as they pertain to daily operations is required as well as the ability to develop an understanding of processes and materials as the SME for the building and product family.

The culture at MTI is of upmost importance, so our candidate must be able to exhibit a leadership style that maximizes employee engagement and job satisfaction while achieving performance goals and driving Lean improvements.

This position reports to the Vice President of Manufacturing.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Plant Operations Manager will be responsible for directing and coordinating the daily operations of a manufacturing plant with team leaders to see that our goal of 100% on time deliveries of the highest quality product is met. These responsibilities include meeting performance targets for safety compliance, quality standards, on-time delivery, efficient use of time and materials, and employee morale.

This position is also responsible for implementing systems and processes required to optimize quality and productivity using appropriate metrics and performance targets to ensure maximum return on assets. A foundation of continuous improvement at all levels is the goal.

Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, evaluating and perfecting job descriptions and specific procedures as well as training, and when necessary, hiring or selecting, both team leaders and line workers. During such trainings, employees will be encouraged and inspired to be the best in the world at whatever they do.

As it relates to our workforce, this position will:

• Select and train plant leads and administrative staff when needed.

• Conduct employee performance reviews.

• Implement lean strategies including 5S to maintain a clean, well-organized, and, safe work environment.

• Ensure safety policies and procedures are being followed.

• Create accountability and lead by example.

• Address employee issues in a timely manner using company policies to find and implement resolution.

• Maintain proper plant staff, including hiring and progressive discipline

• This position will also support our Product Development team.

• Responsible for daily progress reports on status of outstanding orders, training programs, equipment condition, special employee issues.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum two years of experience at a plant leadership level or higher.

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial of Manufacturing Engineering preferred, or, equivalent work experience with real lean mfg. accomplishments.

• Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills

• Self-motivated individual that can adapt to, and, overcome challenges in a dynamic production environment

• Knowledge of quality systems as they apply to the manufacturing process

• Ability to functionally work with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

• Full-time

BENEFITS

• Compensation is based on an individual’s competence and experience

• Vacation / Holiday Pay

• Health Insurance Plan

MTI Baths is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. We also use E-Verify to confirm work authorization.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We have a written COVID-19 Outbreak Management plan that we follow. We encourage the COVID-19 vaccine but do not require it.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Sugar Hill, GA 30518: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 2 years (Required)
• 5S Implementation: 1 year (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location