• Directs the operation of the plant facility, ensuring that all safety and environmental regulations are complied with while producing the quantity and quality of product needed.
• Develops and monitors production schedules to ensure that completed products are shipped on time and in accordance with customer expectations.
• Initiates cost improvements and production procedures to ensure that production objectives continue to be met in a safe and efficient manner.
• Coordinates and collaborates with other business stakeholders in establishing and carrying out responsibility.
• Controls the impact of operations on the environment by monitoring the quality of plant effluents and emissions. Coordinates efforts with area managers to assure a plant-wide compliance.
• Assures the safety of plant employees through the compliance with occupational safety and health regulations.
• Maintains an attitude that accidents are preventable.
• Insures that all approved safety procedures, practices and policies are followed by plant employees by providing direction to Area Managers and Production Supervisors and Leads.
• Conducts monthly Supervisor and Lead meeting.
• Assists colleagues in developing and becoming employees who are proficient at their jobs and safety-conscious by helping to identify training needs.
• Encourages subordinates to develop ideas for improvements in operations and equipment that may contribute to improved efficiency and safety.
• Reviews and approves recommendations of subordinates in matters of personnel or rate changes and participates in the formulation of company policies which affect plant employees.
• Participates in the determination of proper staffing for departments.
• Participates in the review process. Providing input as needed and approving all evaluations.
• Participates in long range planning decisions. (purchase of capital equipment, layout changes, production methods and material handling procedures)
• Supports and administers approved company policies and clearly communicates new policies and objectives to all department employees.
• Maintains an awareness of inventory levels to insure that such are maintained at established limits.

• Bachelor's degree in business management or a related field. A technical background in chemical engineering, biotechnology, mechanics, or mechatronics is preferred.
• 5-10 years of experience as a plant manager or in a senior operational leadership role.
• Proven track record of performance and professional integrity.
• Strong command of English, with excellent internal and external communication skills.
• Exceptional leadership and people management skills.
• High level of analytical thinking and initiative.
• Energetic, collaborative, and team-oriented.
• Experience in the Animal Nutrition industry is highly preferred.
• Prior experience with complete feed and or extrusion operations is a strong advantage.

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