Carlisle Construction Materials
Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies (CWT)
is a leading supplier of building envelope solutions that effectively drive energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications. We are looking for a
Plant Manager
to oversee operations in our Prospect, CT facility.
Job Summary The Plant Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility. This includes accountabilities for all products manufactured, all aspects of safety performance (including environmental, product quality, and quantity), personnel hiring and discipline, training, budgeting, shipping, receiving, cost control and reduction, and developing a strong team environment with clear and effective communications. The role serves as the key interface with a variety of support personnel, including R&D, Engineering, Technical Services, Scheduling, Sales, Customer Service, and Logistics. The Plant Manager utilizes the Carlisle Operating System framework as the foundation for employee training and operational support.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service by supplying the required quantities of products at the lowest possible cost and highest quality while maintaining a safe work environment. Specific duties include employee development/training, plant scheduling, interviewing, hiring/firing, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.
Oversight and leadership of the Lean Manufacturing journey in the plant. This involves leveraging the Carlisle Operating System (COS) to drive daily, incremental improvement in all aspects of the site, with a strong emphasis on employee engagement, capacity improvement, visual management, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Inventory control. Release all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods. Implement an inventory audit procedure to ensure accurate inventories are maintained at all times.
Create an environment for success among supervisory and production employees by conveying a positive, confident attitude and directing staff to achieve their highest level of performance while treating them with respect and dignity.
Collaborate with purchasing, environmental, health & safety, engineering, human resources, and corporate staff; serve as the local expert for plant‑related topics.
Continuously monitor compliance with all environmental permits pertaining to manufacturing processes and facility operations.
Other duties may include interactions with inside and outside customers, vendors, and agencies.
Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, products, quality systems, and associated structures such as SPC, SOPs, and process specifications.
Knowledge of government regulations related to people, plant, and process operations (FMLA, OSHA, FLSA, ADA, Worker’s Comp, EPA, unemployment).
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Financial and accounting familiarity, including budgeting, cost control, financial data, project justification, and ACE Process.
Overall understanding of the logistics process, including raw material and finished goods shipments and customer service.
Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Experience working in an ERP system, preferably SAP.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.
Good organizational skills and effective time management.
Ability to delegate effectively to subordinates and others in supporting roles.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to handle stress and make decisions under varied circumstances.
Competencies
Teamwork
Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
Managing Change
Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers. Addresses conflict to find common‑ground solutions.
Continuous Improvement
Maintains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
Customer Focus
Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions. Always remembers the customer’s needs.
Continuous Learning
Understanding strengths and opportunities, seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and grow. Open to giving and receiving feedback.
Drive for Results
Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with action. Aligns goals with organization strategy and owns outcomes.
Strategic Thinking
Thinks three to five years ahead, challenging assumptions and conventional wisdom.
Leading People
Influences and empowers the team to execute efficiently.
Developing People
Invests time in mentoring and coaching talent.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or business‑related field (accounting or finance). Work experience and proven track record of increasing responsibility that includes leadership may be considered in lieu of a degree.
10+ years of experience in a manufacturing position or another plant‑operations closely associated role.
Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, and handle multiple priorities and projects.
ISO9001/14001 experience a plus.
Efficient problem‑solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.
Equipment Used
Computer equipment and general office equipment such as phones, copiers, cameras, and projectors.
Familiarity with measurement devices used in manufacturing and laboratory settings (micrometers, viscometers, calipers, tape measures).
Working Conditions
Environment: generally an office and manufacturing setting.
Exposure to materials used in the manufacture of polyisocyanurate products, including polyols, MDI, facers, additives, plastics, cardboard packaging, and wood.
Core hours: 7 AM to 5 PM. Additional hours may be required to meet production demands.
Monday through Friday; weekends may be required during busy seasons.
On‑call requirement due to 24‑hour operation; availability outside normal hours may be needed.
Travel Requirement
Occasional travel to other facilities for meetings or training, typically no more than 15%.
Benefits And Perks Our employees’ well‑being is crucial to Carlisle’s success. Despite nationwide increases in healthcare costs, Carlisle has maintained the same employee premiums for four consecutive years by absorbing rising medical insurance expenses. Additionally, you have the flexibility to tailor a benefits program that perfectly suits your needs.
Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance – Day 1
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Leave & Disability Income Protection (FMLA, LOA, PPL, STD, LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Advocate – health care concierge service
PTO – sick days, 11 holidays, vacation
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts (commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, health savings account)
College Scholarships for Dependents
Tuition Reimbursement
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Wholesale Building Materials
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is a leading supplier of building envelope solutions that effectively drive energy efficiency and sustainability in commercial and residential applications. We are looking for a
Plant Manager
to oversee operations in our Prospect, CT facility.
Job Summary The Plant Manager has general management responsibility for the overall manufacturing processes as well as the physical facility. This includes accountabilities for all products manufactured, all aspects of safety performance (including environmental, product quality, and quantity), personnel hiring and discipline, training, budgeting, shipping, receiving, cost control and reduction, and developing a strong team environment with clear and effective communications. The role serves as the key interface with a variety of support personnel, including R&D, Engineering, Technical Services, Scheduling, Sales, Customer Service, and Logistics. The Plant Manager utilizes the Carlisle Operating System framework as the foundation for employee training and operational support.
Duties And Responsibilities
Develop a manufacturing team to provide exceptional customer service by supplying the required quantities of products at the lowest possible cost and highest quality while maintaining a safe work environment. Specific duties include employee development/training, plant scheduling, interviewing, hiring/firing, customer contact, root cause analysis, financial tracking, safety implementation, supplier evaluation, and process improvement.
Oversight and leadership of the Lean Manufacturing journey in the plant. This involves leveraging the Carlisle Operating System (COS) to drive daily, incremental improvement in all aspects of the site, with a strong emphasis on employee engagement, capacity improvement, visual management, and advanced manufacturing techniques.
Inventory control. Release all raw materials, supplies, and finished goods. Implement an inventory audit procedure to ensure accurate inventories are maintained at all times.
Create an environment for success among supervisory and production employees by conveying a positive, confident attitude and directing staff to achieve their highest level of performance while treating them with respect and dignity.
Collaborate with purchasing, environmental, health & safety, engineering, human resources, and corporate staff; serve as the local expert for plant‑related topics.
Continuously monitor compliance with all environmental permits pertaining to manufacturing processes and facility operations.
Other duties may include interactions with inside and outside customers, vendors, and agencies.
Required Skills/Abilities/Knowledge
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, products, quality systems, and associated structures such as SPC, SOPs, and process specifications.
Knowledge of government regulations related to people, plant, and process operations (FMLA, OSHA, FLSA, ADA, Worker’s Comp, EPA, unemployment).
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
Financial and accounting familiarity, including budgeting, cost control, financial data, project justification, and ACE Process.
Overall understanding of the logistics process, including raw material and finished goods shipments and customer service.
Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Experience working in an ERP system, preferably SAP.
Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation abilities.
Good organizational skills and effective time management.
Ability to delegate effectively to subordinates and others in supporting roles.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to handle stress and make decisions under varied circumstances.
Competencies
Teamwork
Builds trust with others by encouraging open dialogue and collaboration. Seeks diverse perspectives to create stronger solutions.
Managing Change
Able to keep on track despite difficulties or barriers. Addresses conflict to find common‑ground solutions.
Continuous Improvement
Maintains a mindset of always striving to make things better. Applies continuous improvement tools and processes to every aspect of the role.
Customer Focus
Listens to understand the needs of customers (internal and external). Builds trusting relationships and seeks innovative solutions. Always remembers the customer’s needs.
Continuous Learning
Understanding strengths and opportunities, seeks development opportunities to leverage strengths and grow. Open to giving and receiving feedback.
Drive for Results
Always has a sense of urgency to solve problems with action. Aligns goals with organization strategy and owns outcomes.
Strategic Thinking
Thinks three to five years ahead, challenging assumptions and conventional wisdom.
Leading People
Influences and empowers the team to execute efficiently.
Developing People
Invests time in mentoring and coaching talent.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering or business‑related field (accounting or finance). Work experience and proven track record of increasing responsibility that includes leadership may be considered in lieu of a degree.
10+ years of experience in a manufacturing position or another plant‑operations closely associated role.
Ability to function in a team environment, work well with others, and handle multiple priorities and projects.
ISO9001/14001 experience a plus.
Efficient problem‑solving skills and ability to work in stressful work situations.
Equipment Used
Computer equipment and general office equipment such as phones, copiers, cameras, and projectors.
Familiarity with measurement devices used in manufacturing and laboratory settings (micrometers, viscometers, calipers, tape measures).
Working Conditions
Environment: generally an office and manufacturing setting.
Exposure to materials used in the manufacture of polyisocyanurate products, including polyols, MDI, facers, additives, plastics, cardboard packaging, and wood.
Core hours: 7 AM to 5 PM. Additional hours may be required to meet production demands.
Monday through Friday; weekends may be required during busy seasons.
On‑call requirement due to 24‑hour operation; availability outside normal hours may be needed.
Travel Requirement
Occasional travel to other facilities for meetings or training, typically no more than 15%.
Benefits And Perks Our employees’ well‑being is crucial to Carlisle’s success. Despite nationwide increases in healthcare costs, Carlisle has maintained the same employee premiums for four consecutive years by absorbing rising medical insurance expenses. Additionally, you have the flexibility to tailor a benefits program that perfectly suits your needs.
Benefits Offered
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance – Day 1
Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Leave & Disability Income Protection (FMLA, LOA, PPL, STD, LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health Advocate – health care concierge service
PTO – sick days, 11 holidays, vacation
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts (commuter benefits, flexible spending accounts, health savings account)
College Scholarships for Dependents
Tuition Reimbursement
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Wholesale Building Materials
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