Plant Manager

Did you know you can make a positive impact on firefighter health and safety from right here in Mitchell County?

Fire-Dex is a global manufacturer of PPE for first responders and an Independent Service Provider (ISP) of PPE care and maintenance under our Gear Wash brand. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Medina, Ohio, we pride ourselves on being a family owned and operated business whose mission is “to serve those who serve”. Our dedicated team of associates have helped paved the path of innovation for new products and services that are focused on the health and safety of first responders by offering turnout gear, alternative PPE, boots, hoods, gloves, and helmets.

We’re currently seeking a qualified Plant Manager to manage our growing Pelham site and lead our production employees to meet production and project schedules; plan and assign work; implement policies and operating procedures and be responsible for safety, quality, productivity, morale, and cost.

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Manages plant performance measures, develops KPI’s and provides regular progress reports
• Champions Lean initiatives and continuous improvement efforts
• Provides employee supervision, coaching, and development
• Develop strategies to improve team performance and reduce downtime
• Applies policies related to job performance, company values and safety
• Leads quality, productivity, cost, safety and morale to achieve positive results in all areas
• Ensures effective employee relations, creating a fun, yet highly effective work environment
• Assist in employee hiring and onboarding
• Directs and enhances site ISO 9001 quality standards
• Supports the Operation’s team in the development and execution of manufacturing strategies

Candidates Should Possess the Following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration or related field is preferred
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required
• Previous successful manufacturing or production management experience
• Active leadership experience in lean initiatives, six-sigma programs and kaizen activities
• Familiar with ISO standards
• Highly skilled in Microsoft applications, especially Word, Excel and Outlook and ability to learn new software programs and systems
• Open and effective communicator and collaborator with all levels of the organization, including verbally and written, including being a team player and having a professional interface with others, getting results through collaboration
• Managerial skills relating to the ability to lead cross-functional teams and interpersonal skills, including coaching and mentoring
• Strong sense of urgency, follow-through, and diligence, including meeting deadlines and have the ability to remain organized with and keep track of multiple sources of information and data
• Ability to follow and lead safety standards and standard work

Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary
• Profit sharing bonuses based upon company success
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and parental leave
• 401(k) with matching, life insurance, EAP for entire family, discount programs and other perks
• Fulfillment about purposeful work within an impactful industry

More About Us:

• Mission is to serve those who serve.
• Our values include fun, integrity, respect, and excellence = FIRE!
• 40 years in business and family owned and operated
• Multi award-winning organization - including recognition as a Top Workplace by NorthCoast 99 seven times over, Family Business Achievement Awards, Cascade Business Growth Awards and Weatherhead 100!

How to Apply:

www.firedex.com/employment

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) | Background Check | E-Verify

www.firedex.com

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
COVID-19 safety protocols: masks are optional, daily temperatures are being taken and frequent cleaning and sanitation of the building and surfaces

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pelham, GA 31779: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Application Question(s):

• Why would you like to work for Fire-Dex?
• What is your preferred communication method? Phone call, Text or Email. If your phone number is not on your resume, please include it here.

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• production/manufacturing leadership: 2 years (Preferred)
• lean manufacturing: 2 years (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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