Plant Manager

  • Full-time

Company Description

Your contribution is very precious to us, just like the stones we produce. Techo-Bloc fosters a culture of innovation where each individual brings a special touch to his field of expertise.

Techo-Bloc is a successful, entrepreneurial, growth-oriented, and fast-paced manufacturing company.. We lead the hardscape industry in style with substance making R&D both a core competency and a passionate pursuit. To that end, we build teams in our production facilities of the highest caliber and equip them with the latest technology to deliver superior products. Using the 5S and Kanban philosophies, we are dedicated to a manufacturing collaboration that supports running a “whole-minded” production system, and an excellent way to promote improvement.

With 9 manufacturing facilities, 30 international patents and over 800 employees, we operate in an exciting and dynamic environment. As we continue to expand, our team members are offered opportunities to professionally develop, learn new abilities and pursue projects that excite them.

If you want to work for a company that listens and is dedicated to your progress this may be your next career move!

Our Culture:

We are innovators at heart and love to roll up our sleeves, jump right in and get things done! We live to create and we invest in great ideas. We collaborate and support one another at all levels. Leave your ego at the door, because at Techo-Bloc we are all equals.

Job Description

Manage all aspects of the plant, facility, production, planning activities, costs and employees. Responsible for how effectively the assigned work facility functions. Overseeing of the daily production operations. Ensure that all safety procedures are followed and that all production goals are met. 

Planning

  • Work with planning to optimize output (ex:  faster change-over, wet vs. dry, paver to wall, etc.)
  • Plan with maintenance the best time to Repair, Replace or do Preventive Maintenance
  • Plan and share resources to optimize productivity and reduce costs,
  • With the support of HR, develop training program and ensure succession plan (backup). Define roles and responsibilities for direct reports and establish short term and long-term objectives. Develop and promote key players

Communication

  • Positively influence changes, speak as a Techo-Bloc ambassador. Be seen and heard as a Leader
  • Constant Communication with other managersMaintenance, Fleet Manager, Yard/Logistics Manager, HR and Customer Service ensuring the most productive and cost-effective plan is obtained.  Partnership environment
  • Communicate, implement and apply policies and procedures
  • Communicate administrative needs or requirements to HR and others for support
  • Develop Autonomous work force, give responsibility, recognize positive results and hold accountable when not delivered
  • Motivate personnel, Positive influence, Lead by example.

Verification

  • Constant verification of all equipment to ensure proper functioning and detect potential problems before they occur
  • Use data from reports to identify area of improvements, reduce waste, reduce breakdowns, and improve efficiencies
  • Track and communicate efficiency from start to finish (sand to finished saleable product)
  • Verify costs and expenses prior to making decisions (budget)
  • Constant verifications of products to ensure superior quality and reduce scrap & waste
  • Verify check lists, visual check list and ensuring that all equipment is inspected daily

Deliver Results

  • Manufacture in the most efficient, productive and cost effective manner
  • Review efficiency, cost and production reports daily, identify the top 3 losses / problem areas and make the necessary corrections, adjustments or improvements
  • Optimize machine performance, efficiency and productivity optimization, need to meet targets
  • Support and participate in developing the business plan, deliver results and be held accountable
  • Customer Service Oriented, commit to making what is on the schedule on time

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of work experience in a production or operations management position.
  • B.S. in engineering, business management or related discipline preferred
  • Excellent proven people leadership and change management skills
  • Ability to quickly establish credibility to develop and maintain excellent business relations both internally and externally. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Mechanically inclined with basic knowledge of electronics and programmable controllers, with excellent trouble shooting skills
  • Strong abilities in planning, organizing, project management, and problem solving
  • Able to work flexible schedules including nights and weekends when necessary
  • Experience with Microsoft AX or Microsoft Power BI a plus

Essential Characteristics

  • Loyalty, honesty, humbleness and transparency

  • Have a strong work ethic, always consider the Company’s best interest before making a decision

  • Deliver results with the highest quality standards – never accept mediocrity

  • Have a customer-oriented approach

 

Additional Information

What’s offered:

  • A competitive salary with wage progression;
  • Full Benefit package
  • 401K Match
  • Technological tools and a safe workplace
  • Learning and development opportunities
  • Work for Best Managed Company award recipient
  • Work to keep us the #1 best innovative landscaping products manufacturer
  • Positive work environment with great team atmosphere

Your contribution is very precious to us, just like the stones we produce. Techo-Bloc foster a culture of innovation where each individual brings a special touch to his field of expertise. The company is growing, your ideas and your talents are required to contribute to the development of the prestigious brand image that Techo-Bloc has developed over the years.

The use of the masculine gender has been adopted to facilitate reading and has no discriminatory intent.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.