Plant Manager

The Associate Director of Plant Operations will ensure the efficient, safe and compliant operation of the Kao USA, Inc. Cincinnati Factory. You will support the business by overseeing daily operations of the processing and packaging/filling functions. You will lead and manage the plant operations in alignment with organizational goals. Kao offers amazing benefits that are available to you on your first day of employment, including healthcare, 401(k) plus company match, 36 total days off, and a reasonable salary range of $150,000 - $180,000. What you will do: Manufacturing Operations Leadership – Oversee day to day Processing and Packaging operations; ensure products are manufactured on time, in full and meet quality standards; drive efficiency, capacity utilization and cost effectiveness. Continuous Improvement – Champion continuous improvement, ESG and cost savings initiatives; drive improvements in OEE, yield and scrap reduction; identify and eliminate process bottlenecks, waste and non-value-added activities. Quality, Safety and Compliance – Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, OSHA and other applicable regulations; collaborate with Quality Management to meet internal and external audit standards; promote a culture of safety first and enforce all EHS policies. Strategic Planning & Execution – Develop and implement strategies at the ground level, ensuring alignment with business goals; lead short- and long-term production planning, including labor, equipment and capacity; support new product introductions with cross functional teams. Budgeting and Performance Management – Develop and manage operations budget; track and report on key KPIs; conduct root cause analysis for deviations and implement corrective and preventative actions. Team Development & Leadership – Lead and mentor department managers, production team leaders and front line team members; foster an engaged, accountable, high-performance workforce; drive talent development, succession planning and workforce flexibility. What you will need: Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; or Operations or Supply Chain Management. 5+ years knowledge of CPG industry, familiarity with industry standards, regulations & technologies. 5+ years team leadership and coaching in union or non-union environment. 5+ years experience in operations leadership, managing Processing and Packaging operations. 5+ years experience with high-speed, high-volume production environments. 3+ years experience managing product launches, reformulations and seasonal demand spikes. Experience in improving efficiency and cost reduction. Familiarity with ERP System, e.g. SAP. KPI-centric and driven. Expense and capital budgeting experience. Kao USA is an equal opportunity employer, including disability/vets.

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