Plant Manager

PTC Steel • Full-time • Middletown, OH, US • 3m ago

PTC is a progressive and major manufacturer in highly engineered steel tubing. We provide products to manufacturers in multiple industries including automotive, construction, agriculture, appliance, energy, recreation, and many others. We at PTC value our employees’ health and wellness. We offer the following:

Healthcare
HSA option
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent & Spouse Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
Cancer & Critical accident coverage
401K plan with company match
Referral Bonus
Annual college scholarship available for children & grandchildren of employees
Tuition Reimbursement eligibility

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for all functions of the Middletown plant and reports directly to the Regional General Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsible to plan, direct and coordinate all areas of production planning, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality, Shipping and receiving to meet the goals and objectives of the Company.
Responsible for production, productivity, quality and safety of all plant personnel and visitors.
Responsible for application of continuous improvement philosophies to plant production and maintenance activities.
Responsible for selection and training of Department Managers and Supervisors.
Directs the activities of Department Managers to insure maximum effectiveness in meeting customer quality and delivery.
Develop and maintain training for Department Managers and shop personnel to ensure the continuous improvement of our product to meet customers’ escalating requirements of quality, service and value.
Maintain close surveillance over operation through staff meetings and reports to determine where improvements can be made.
Direct, advise, and expedite manufacturing and related problems by cooperative efforts with Engineering, Quality Control, or other departments to resolve and implement corrective action.
Keep abreast of new technical or other developments (processes, methods, equipment) and make recommendations for their possible use in the operation.
In conjunction with production planning, establishes proper staffing.
Through Department Managers and Supervisors, ensures consistency in administering Company Rules and Contract Agreements, also works toward developing harmonious employer / employee relations.
Attends Safety meetings and through Department Managers and Supervisors, promotes safe work conditions and employee safety habits and when necessary, enforces safety rules and regulations. Monitors performance and conditions relating to safety program. Reviews accident and safety investigation reports and determines that preventative measures are being taken.
Establishes department operation budget for shipping.
Monitors Department Managers and Supervisors attendance and tardiness problems taking appropriate action when necessary.
Handles disputes that may arise per the Union Contract.
Conduct self in a courteous and professional manner.

The incumbent is expected to understand that all employees have a shared responsibility for the quality of products and related services provided to our customers. Duties and responsibilities are to be carried out in accordance with the PTC Quality Management System and its policies, procedures, and work instructions as applicable to the job or function being performed.

Minimum Education and/or Experience Requirements:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or management as minimum, plus 10+ years of experience in a similar relevant occupation.
Leadership and team building skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Good mechanical aptitude.
Knowledge of metals and metal-forming processes.
Knowledge of planning, organization, team building, employee relations.
Computer: word processing, spreadsheet, MRP
Budget development and cost control.

Number of Direct Reports: 3-5

Job Titles of Direct Reports: Supervisors

Skills and Abilities:

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to write articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format. Ability to effectively present information to top management, and/or public groups.
Mathematical Skills: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Other Skills and Abilities: Must be computer literate and able to work with programs such as WordPerfect, Excel, etc., and be able to learn and use HP programs such as e-mail, established programs, etc.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Enters manufacturing area of plant where noise level is high.

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable