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Georgia Manufacturing Alliance

Plant Manager

Georgia Manufacturing Alliance, Vidalia, Georgia, United States, 30474

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Company Overview The Hanline Group is a food manufacturing, logistics and supply chain solution organization comprised of six different operating companies. Each company is dedicated to a specific value proposition within a certain industry. Together, these companies work with and assure continuity of supply for the nation’s most reputable food and supply chain outlets.

Vidalia Valley has been a trusted name in fresh produce since its founding in 1983. Originally known as Manning Farms, Vidalia Valley specializes in processing, repacking, and distributing high-quality whole peeled Vidalia onions, industrial ingredients, and IQF vegetables.

Division Vidalia Valley

Location Lyons, GA

Position Title Plant Manager

Position Summary The plant manager will oversee the daily operations of Vidalia Valley production while ensuring that policies and procedures are being followed. They work to develop processes that will maximize safety, quality, and productivity for a plant of 100+ employees.

Responsibilities

Direct plant operations for production, maintenance, quality and receiving

Coordinate plant activities to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner

Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards

Control and minimize production expenses

Responsible for maintaining existing plant facilities and equipment; replace, or adjust plant facilities and equipment when necessary

Provide guidance for the day-to-day operation of the facility

Provides direction, development and leadership to your reporting team

Work closely with QA personnel to review product conformity to food safety standards

Monitor operation expenses and research ways to reduce costs while maintaining product quality.

Maintain and support a superior safety and housekeeping program

Execute the plant manufacturing budgets

Analyze workforce requirements and plan accordingly

Conduct performance appraisals and provide coaching, guidance and development to all plant operations team members

Encourage and promote operating in a continuous improvement environment

Remove production constraints; allocate human and equipment resources and direct production employees to attain all established goals

Qualifications

7+ years of plant management experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in produce or similar industry

Previous experience/strong understanding of budgeting/expense management with a basic understanding of financial and accounting practices

Strong computer skills including the ability to prepare spreadsheets and use Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, Power Point and/or Access) to analyze data and trends.

Previous experience/broad understanding of safety systems and enforcement of safety rules and policies

Demonstrated strong leadership, team building and advanced coaching skills

Demonstrated ability to motivate people, assess and develop employee skills

Demonstrated understanding of the principles and applications associated with manufacturing operations, maintenance and engineering

Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs

Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability

A strong ability to be adaptable and flexible

Strong analytical and decision-making skills

Ability to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment

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