Job
Director of Plant Operations
| Location | Saint Augustine, FL 32084 |
| Date Posted | December 18, 2024 |
| Job ID | 12433 |
| Employment Type | Direct Hire |
Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Director of Plant Operations for immediate hire for our client, a leading manufacturer of building products. This is an exciting Full-Time opportunity located onsite in Saint Augustine, FL!
This role reports to the CEO and oversees daily plant activities, including engineering, production scheduling, and quality assurance while driving lean manufacturing initiatives.
SCHEDULE: Monday 9-3 and Tuesday-Friday 5am-4pm
RESPONSIBILITIES:
QUALIFICATIONS:
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The salary range for this role is $135,000-$140,000yr with a potential 10% performance bonus along with offering health benefits, 401(k) employee match, flexible time off, life insurance plus more!
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement and temporary professional staffing. Our track record and recruitment process has made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about us can also be found at www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com. Scion Nonprofit Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.
This role reports to the CEO and oversees daily plant activities, including engineering, production scheduling, and quality assurance while driving lean manufacturing initiatives.
SCHEDULE: Monday 9-3 and Tuesday-Friday 5am-4pm
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Oversees daily operations to deliver quality products on time while meeting efficiency and productivity goals.
- Implements strategies to align manufacturing processes with strategic objectives.
- Sets accountability for problem-solving and cost reduction across departments.
- Optimizes manpower utilization and reduces quality costs through periodic analysis and corrective actions.
- Enhances safety by addressing physical risks and fostering a strong safety culture.
- Reviews performance metrics, leads improvement initiatives, and engages with employees on the floor.
- Ensures business objectives and production schedules are met while exceeding customer expectations.
- Manages budgets in alignment with production volume and cost-efficiency goals.
- Fosters employee involvement and collaboration with departments like Sales, HR, and Finance to streamline production flow.
- Maintains high facility and maintenance standards and coordinates with those teams to maximize asset ROI.
- Minimizes manufacturing costs through effective use of manpower, materials, and capital.
- Drives a continuous improvement culture and promotes lean practices.
- Provides leadership in communication, coaching, training, and employee retention.
- Holds teams accountable for results and addresses issues proactively.
- Manages inventory to increase turnover and reduce stock levels.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or Industrial Engineering preferred.
- 7+ years of leadership experience managing large teams in a manufacturing plant.
- Expertise in Manufacturing Engineering, including process flow, plant layout, waste reduction, and continuous improvement.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing and financial KPIs.
- Proven commitment to prioritizing safety in a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills with a hands-on approach.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities focused on meeting customer expectations.
- Successful track record in managing P&L for a manufacturing facility.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
The salary range for this role is $135,000-$140,000yr with a potential 10% performance bonus along with offering health benefits, 401(k) employee match, flexible time off, life insurance plus more!
ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM:
Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement and temporary professional staffing. Our track record and recruitment process has made us one of the top recruitment firms in the nation.
We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a Clearly Rated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about us can also be found at www.scionnonprofitstaffing.com. Scion Nonprofit Staffing, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and service provider and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, political affiliation or belief, or any other protected class. We are committed to the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and are dedicated to making employment decisions based on merit and value, for ourselves, our client companies, and for the candidates we represent. For opportunities located in a region that have enacted fair chance, arrest or conviction-based employment ordinances, Scion Nonprofit Staffing proactively follows the enacted guidance and considers for employment all qualified applications with arrest and conviction records. We believe in following best practices and considering all qualified applicants that apply with us.
