COMPANY PROFILEThe Plant Company (TPC) is a newly established business currently expanding into its Phase 2 production facility bringing us to a total of 10 acres! Phase 2 encompasses a greenhouse facility along with a production barn. This is a state-of-the-art, controlled environment greenhouse for the sustainable production of tropical indoor foliage plants of consistent and exceptional quality. Are you a plant-loving, growth-oriented, driven professional who would love an opportunity to join an expanding company known for excellent quality and an extraordinary assortment? If so, TPC is seeking a professional like you who represents our values below and is interested in career growth. The ideal candidate will want to help us continue our growth with a sense of pride in how you contribute to our success daily and as a key part of the successful Proven Winners leafjoy-- brand that is flourishing nationwide! Join an inclusive start-up culture where we run on EOS, believe in tackling issues with your valuable perspective on our team, and have many opportunities for career growth! We believe that "together we grow stronger", which applies to employees, vendors, and of course customers. The four core values that identify this company are:Caring About People, Plants, and ProcessGrowth OrientedCustomer First"Can Do" AttitudeJOB SUMMARYThe Plant Manager holds a pivotal role in the daily operations of production and shipping to deliver products of exceptional quality to our customers. They will be responsible for shaping the future of the company's operations and maintaining the company's reputation and high standards. This is a proactive and goal-driven position requiring someone who is highly organized with excellent communication skills. The Plant Manager will provide oversight in partnership with the CFO, ensuring that all processes, training requirements, schedules, policies, and procedures are followed, and the set production goals are met. This is a collaborative company in which we all work together to achieve our goals. There may be times when you are asked to lend a hand outside of your main responsibilities.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESOversees the daily workflow of production and shipping. Provide constructive and timely performance evaluations. Ensures completion of timely performance evaluations by Supervisors for their direct reports and general labor staff.Ensures safety training, toolbox talks, and safety requirements are completed promptly.Liaison on the Safety committee as a managerial representative for production and shipping and maintain mandatory attendance of all department members.Ensures direct reports are held responsible for departmental metrics.Handles performance management, discipline, and termination of employees in a consistent manner and following company policy. Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.Oversees production quotas and schedules, ensuring inventory and shipment targets are met.Collaborates with the purchasing department to verify, review, maintain, and report on materials and production inventories.Identifies and recommends cost controls and other improvements to the production process.Collaborate on the creation and implementation of all operations, plans, policies, SOPs, and procedures regarding production and shipping.Create and implement best practices to include standard operating procedures (SOPs) in partnership with Human Resources for plant management. Select, appoint, and train staff on the operation of the operation's automated tools and vehicles such as tuggers, forklifts, etc.Plan, create, and manage the daily/weekly work schedules. Oversees inventory management in partnership with Production & Shipping Supervisor(s) to ensure minimum spec inventory requirements are monitored. Maintains vendor relations.Establish systems and chain of command to collect and maintain efficiency in operations to aid strategic planning, staffing, and operational decisions.Serve as a role model and resource for staff concerning policies and procedures, industry news, and changes in regulationsConsistently report efficiency and capacity levels verbally and in written form to the CFO.Attending and contributing to weekly EOS and operations meetings. Facilitate daily huddles to communicate status and objectives.Participate in the development and review of procedures.Effectively implement procedures to ensure operations are consistently maintained at the highest possible standards in alignment with lean, Six Sigma, and 6S principles.Communicate budgetary goals and status updates in partnership with the CFO.Work closely with other managers and supervisors in order to execute the company's overall strategy.Serves as an external representative of the organization and as a liaison to support achieving company goals.Consistently monitor operations efficiencies and perform data analysis on budgetary needs for the CFO. Provide CFO consistent feedback on all department needs and suggestions.Responsible for adhering to a work schedule consistent with business needs and operations staffing to include weekly availability. Other duties, as assigned. REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIESExcellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to motivate, develop, and direct people as they work.Proven managerial and leadership skills.Strong phone contact handling and active listening skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsAbility to multi-task, prioritize, follow-up, and manage time effectively.Desire to work and thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS:Green Belt Six Sigma CertificationBlack Belt preferred.Lean Certification 6S CertificationEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEBachelor's degree in business, Industrial Management, or related field required.Lean, Six Sigma, 6S5+ years of management experienceAdvanced knowledge of production and shippingExperience in a position requiring critical thinking, problem-solving, planning, and assessment.Proficiency in Windows-based softwareBi-lingual English/Spanish is preferred, but not required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Prolonged periods of standing and walking.Bending, stooping, and squatting are involved in the scope of the role.The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.Must be able to work in a variety of weather conditions, including humidity, and various outdoor temperatures, and tolerate exposure to typical noises and smells associated with the greenhouse.The Plant Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Plant Company is to extend employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Compensation details: 75000-90000 Yearly SalaryPI39f57800fe82-25660-34845228
