Assistant Plant Manager

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Plant Manager in managing and supervising all operations of their assigned Midwest Manufacturing production facility.

Primary Responsibilities

Production

  • Ensure that all product is built in the most efficient way.
  • Ensure that all orders are filled within an acceptable lead time.
  • Set and evaluate production quotas, both quantity and quality.

Facility Maintenance and Utilization

  • Keep all production facilities in good repair, orderly and clean.
  • Use equipment to capacity to fill orders.

Safety

  • Ensure all safety policies are enforced, all training is up to date, and all equipment is giarded and well maintained.
  • Keep all safety training and maintenance documented.
  • Keep open communication with all Team Members regarding safety issues.

Merchandise Product Lines

  • Merchandise product lines to the Menard Merchandise Manager and Buyer to acquire floor space and advertising and increase sales for Midwest Manufacturing products.
  • Keep a price catalog up to date.

Training

  • Guide the Manager Trainees in the beginning of employment to make them feel comfortable and become more knowledgeable in their surroundings.
  • Provide Manager Trainees with feedback about their strengths and weaknesses.

Attain the highest profit dollars possible.

Balance inventory and reduce stock to ensure maximum turn and in-stock position.

Position Requirements

  • Minimum two years experience with Midwest Manufacturing or equivalent experience and/or training.
  • Minimum one year supervisory experience is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of modern sales and management methods and techniques.
  • Able to write and speak clearly and accurately.
  • Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Able to tactfully deal with guests and Team Members.
  • Strong knowledge of construction industry.
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