Plant General Manager jobs in Covington, KY

Plant General Manager directs, manages, and optimizes a plant or production facility's overall operations and financial performance (P&L). Sets policies and procedures that guide plant operations' productivity, quality, and cost efficiency. Being a Plant General Manager systematically collects operational metrics to analyze productivity and set performance targets to meet revenue and cost goals. Supports the development and deployment of manufacturing practices focused on quality and continuous improvement. Additionally, Plant General Manager ensures robust plant safety and security inspections, auditing, and training procedures are implemented to meet OSHA and other required regulations. Leads labor relations negotiations and engages with union leadership involving plant operations. Oversees multi-functional plant teams including finance, engineering, materials, quality assurance, and human resources. Requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, finance or equivalent. Typically reports to senior management. The Plant General Manager manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Plant General Manager typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Plant Manager
  • Kraft Heinz Company
  • Mason, OH FULL_TIME
  • General information

    All posting locations: Mason, Ohio, United States of America

    Job Function: 06 - Manufacturing

    Date Published: 05-Mar-2024

    Ref #: R-80056

    Description & Requirements

    Role/Title


    The Plant Manager will coordinate and direct all of the major plant functions, maintain good employee relations and meet all ZBB budgetary objects. Responsible for the execution of all manufacturing operations including Product, Planning, Quality Assurance, Sanitation, Maintenance, Purchasing, Safety, Shipping, Receiving and Materials Controls, all in conformance with Kraft Heinz policies and all applicable regulatory and legal requirements. Responsible for coordination and communication of the operations forecast, including the identification of key financial operating risks and potential offsets. Support all strategic efforts to generate new sales and maintain the existing customer base.


    Key Responsibilities of the Role

    • Guides department managers in the development of labor usage strategies to better the utilize resources, reacting to changes in production demands and deadlines.

    • Communicates to management and plant personnel Company changes in Kraft Heinz policies, procedures, and strategies.

    • Oversees the development and implementation of companywide policies and procedures

    • Ensures personnel adherence to Kraft Heinz policies, safety standards, and good manufacturing practices.

    • Actively supports all continuous improvement efforts throughout the plant.

    • Actively monitors and supports all safety projects and efforts throughout the plant

    • Consults with corporate offices and plant management team to develop annual operating budget & ZBB

    • Guides management team to ensure plant operates efficiently while meeting or exceeding corporate financial goals.

    • Reviews detailed labor standards by cost center to support annual budgeting process.

    • Actively works with the Human Resources Department in policy development, employee grievances, employee development issues, and employee motivation.

    • Work with Engineering and Maintenance departments to develop strategies to reduce production equipment downtime due to equipment failures.

    • Actively works with Continuous Improvement Coordinator, Engineering Manager, and Maintenance Manager on equipment process flows, optimization of plant layouts, coordination of shutdowns, and startups due to new production lines and equipment installations.

    • Oversees Cost Accounting on new products costing, developing standards, analysis of variances, and annual budget process.

    • Collaborates with department managers to identify and then recommends process improvements to reduce labor, ingredient, and packaging materials cost.

    • Analyzes plant daily/weekly/monthly spending to keep indirect and fixed cost within standards in order to

    • meet/exceed corporate financial goals

    • Supports the R&D team in developing of new products processes, supports production runs, costing of labor, and scrap standards for new products.

    • With department managers analyzes downtime data to develop downtime reduction strategies.

    • Analyzes manufacturing variances of ingredient, materials, and labor usage and works with management team to implement strategies to reduce them.

    • Oversees the preparation of operational schedules and manufacturing activities to ensure that production and quality of products meet specifications.

    • Identifies and implement continuous improvement initiatives such is labor reduction, waste reduction, and reduction of indirect cost to contribute to factory objectives.


    Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s Degree is preferred

    • Prior plant management experience highly preferred

    • 5 years leadership experience within a manufacturing environment required

    • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with and influence across all levels of employees

    About Us

    Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch. We’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

    Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

    Why Us

    We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Good isn't good enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

    Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.

    Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.

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Plant Manager
  • The Kraft Heinz Company
  • Mason, OH FULL_TIME
  • Job DescriptionRole/TitleThe Plant Manager will coordinate and direct all of the major plant functions, maintain good employee relations and meet all ZBB budgetary objects. Responsible for the executi...
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Plant Manager
  • Beneficial Talent Source
  • Hamilton, OH FULL_TIME
  • Our client in the Cincinnati Metro area is seeking an experienced Plant Manager. If you are open to new opportunities, please apply today for immediate consideration. This position is an awesome oppor...
  • 13 Days Ago

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Plant Manager
  • CIP International, Inc
  • West Chester, OH FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionAbout CIPCIP Retail is a turnkey firm specializing in creative design, engineering, manufacturing, and installation of interior decor, customer communication signage, and millwork for retai...
  • 16 Days Ago

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Plant Manager
  • US11345-AIRGAS Airgas USA, LLC
  • Cincinnati, OH FULL_TIME
  • R10035334 Plant Manager (Open) Location: Cincinnati, OH - Dayton Rd - Filling industrial How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? The Plant Manager is responsible for managing the activities of workers engag...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Manager Plant
  • Advanced Drainage Systems
  • Miami, OH OTHER
  • Overview At ADS, no idea is off limits, and we celebrate creativity and bold moves. For more than 50 years ADS has been manufacturing a variety of innovative and environmentally friendly alternatives ...
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General Manager
  • Grocery Outlet
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Grocery Outlet is one of the fastest growing discount grocery chains in America. Were se...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • Extended Stay Cincinnati
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Job Summary: Job Summary- General Manager for Extended Stay Blue Ash-Kenwood Road. The General Manager is a polished wel...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • Furniture Connection
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Job Description Job Description Cincinnati Furniture LLC is the parent company of Furniture Connection, Cincinnati Patio...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager>
  • Denny's
  • Walton, KY
  • Denny's - 13019 Walton-Verona Rd [Restaurant Supervisor] As a General Manager at Denny's, you'll: Oversee overall restau...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • Wendy's
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Why Wendy's General Managers are the leader of the restaurant management team. General Managers provide direction, train...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager - Dunkin Donuts
  • Baskin Robbins
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • **General Manager- Dunkin'** **Here we grow again!** **We are rapidly opening new locations and we want you to join our ...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • Wendy's
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • Why Wendy's General Managers are the leader of the restaurant management team. General Managers provide direction, train...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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General Manager
  • Wendy's
  • Amelia, OH
  • Why Wendy's General Managers are the leader of the restaurant management team. General Managers provide direction, train...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Covington is a city in Kenton County, Kentucky, United States, located at the confluence of the Ohio and Licking Rivers. Cincinnati, Ohio, lies to its north across the Ohio and Newport, Kentucky, to its east across the Licking. Part of the Cincinnati–Northern Kentucky metropolitan area, Covington had a population of 40,640 at the time of the 2010 U.S. census, making it the fifth-most populous city in Kentucky. It is one of its county's two seats, along with Independence. According to the United States Census Bureau, Covington has a total area of 13.7 square miles (35 km2), of which 13.1 square...
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Income Estimation for Plant General Manager jobs
$210,839 to $329,719
Covington, Kentucky area prices
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