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Senior Plant Manager

Location: Henderson, CO

Operational Hours:  Plant operates 24 hours/5 days a week; weekends as needed.  This role will mainly be day shift and may need to work on other shifts as necessary to keep up with business needs.

Salary Range:  $105,040 - $157,560

This role is part of our Purina Animal Nutrition business helping our network of local cooperatives, independent dealers and other large retailers serve producers, and animal owners throughout the United States. Through industry -leading R&D and committed partnerships, we innovate the nutrition products and practices that unlock the full potential of every animal for a healthier, more productive life. 

The Senior Plant Manager is responsible to oversee all aspects of the operation within the Henderson, CO facility with indirect leadership for the Commerce City, CO facility. This position manages the daily activities of the plant and is responsible for the proper execution of all tasks associated with human safety, product quality and plant operations. The position will manage the plant costs to ensure spend is in alignment with set budgets. The Senior Plant Manager will ensure the use of continuous improvement with plant employees using lean methodologies in a team setting to lead in the most efficient way possible to maintain safety, quality and productivity goals, while adhering to the company policies.  This position will have five to seven direct reports.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide leadership to both facilities, including Maintenance Manager, QA Manager, Production Supervisor, Plant Administrative Coordinators, and an offsite Plant Manager

Leads, coaches, and manages performance of all direct reports and entire plant team

In collaboration with Human Resources maintain strong relations with all plant team members

Develop talent within the plant to ensure strong leadership is present at all levels

Be a change agent for the facility by influencing and inspiring all team members

Create team engagement to find and resolve production limiters

Ensure that human safety is a core value for all team members by promoting a safe work environment and safe work practices

Operations Management

Support product quality improvements by ensuring all EQMS requirements are in place

Ensure materials, equipment, and supplies that are needed to perform daily production are in place

Manage the plant budget and communicate concerns when these are present

Manage all plant capital spend by working closely with project manager/Engineering and making sure that all projects are completed on time and within the authorized dollar amount

Drive continuous improvement efforts via process improvement teams within the plant

Leverage lean and problem solving (DMAIC) methodology to resolve production slowdowns and process downtime

Business Strategy & Collaboration

Work with internal and external customers to ensure the plant is meeting set expectations

Partner with the business representation to ensure customers needs are understood and fulfilled

Through collaboration with Sales Team and Engineering, drive strategic initiatives to position the plants and operation’s teams for new growth opportunities and untapped business segments

REQUIRED EDUCATION/SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

High School Diploma or GED

4+ years exempt level people leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. 

Must have strong leadership skills and strategic planning skills. 

Must be respected by peers, co-workers, vendors, and internal and external customers.

Must have strong customer relations skills in working with both internal and external customers.

Requires proven and demonstrated project management capabilities and the ability to diagnose operational inefficiencies.

Assignments will be broad in nature and require originality and ability to navigate complex problems and utilize others to find resolution.

PREFERRED EDUCATION:

Bachelor’s degree in a related field plus a minimum of 2+ years exempt level people leadership experience in a manufacturing environment. 

As a full time employee, you will receive a wide range of benefits for you and your dependents:

3 medical plan choices including HSA plan options

Vision & dental plan

Company paid Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability, parental leave, caregiver leave and emergency leave

401(k) plan with company match and additional automatic contribution regardless of participation

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program focused on Physical, Financial and Emotional Health with opportunity for cash incentives

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including pre- and post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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