Plant Leader

Job Description

The Plant Leader oversees the activities of the manufacturing operations through a team of supervisors and group leaders. This role ensures that we produce quality products that are delivered to the customer complete and on time. The Plant Leader consistently improves the efficiency of labor, materials, and machines through the deployment of Lean Six Sigma.

Responsibilities:

• Drives all company safety policies, practices and procedures to ensure 100% compliance
• Deploys Lean Manufacturing techniques in the area of safety, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time deliveries, customer satisfaction, employee relations, visual controls and plant performance measures
• Provides leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training and development and problem resolution in a way that supports the Blueprint
• Monitors operations for efficiency and safety ensuring that all applicable regulatory requirements are met/followed
• Drives improvements in plant operations, manufacturing processes and standardized work procedures leading to productivity and efficiency gains through application of Lean Tools
• Oversees production supervision staff for all shifts
• Oversees production schedules to meet internal goals and customer expectations
• Establishes and directs plant policies and procedures
• Monitors overall plant performance for production and quality standards
• Responsible for operational labor metrics, improvement in the Team Improvement Process and OEE metrics
• Facilitates Lean Six Sigma process improvement opportunities throughout the plant and be the plant ambassador for quality and process excellence
• Full P&L responsibility; works closely with finance & marketing to partner towards sales objectives

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Self-driven, accountable, high integrity, open communicator, strong work ethic
• Intermediate computer skills in programs such as MS Word, MS Excel, and Outlook are required, fast, and accurate data entry skills
• General accounting knowledge needed
• Strong time management skills
• Must be able to handle various issues simultaneously and prioritize
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to motivate while holding people accountable
• Must be able to build strong teams and clearly articulate roles and responsibilities
• Have a passion for employee engagement and spend adequate time on the floor

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or Operations Management
• 8 years of management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Create a workplace culture that is consistent with Owens Corning values
• Highly effective communicator, transparent, empathetic and influential
• Seasoned coach and mentor, providing growth opportunities for leaders

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About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.