Job Description

The Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing the daily production operations of the plant.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Responsible for daily plant operations as directed by the Plant Manager.
• Monitors operations for efficiency and safety, ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Leads and directs the work of others.
• Manages and directs the operational policies, objectives, and initiatives.
• Maintains cleanliness of plant at all times and at end of shift.
• Maintains safety as top priority in accordance with all company safety rules and regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma.
• Minimum of 1+ year of experience in a plant operation or related environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• College degree or college coursework preferred.
• Work well with others in a team; demonstrates leadership ability.
• Highly organized; superior time management skills.
• Exceptional communication skills both written and oral.
• Safety conscience; detail oriented; able to multi-task.
• Good mechanical skills; knowledge of plant processes and equipment.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, & crouch.
• Frequently must push, pull, move or lift up to 100 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out in a plant environment.

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