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Plant Operations Manager Location: Chino, California Salary Range :  90k – 117k POSITION As the   Plant Operations Manager   at our   Chino, California   location, you will lead,   direct   and oversee all daily functions which include production, maintenance,   safety, food safety,   quality and shipping & receiving. You will be expected to   utilize   strategic capabilities and bring strong leadership and management abilities to the tactical implementation of those strategies.   You will set appropriate goals and KPIs based on production and operational expectations.     Additionally, you will work collaboratively with the   COO   and   Zieggy   Leadership Team in making decisions   benefiting   our tribe, our customers, and our community. Our tribe members are the heart and soul of   Ziegenfelder . Your skills as a change agent will positively inspire, influence, and engage the   Chino   tribe to feel valued,   motivated   and part of the Ziegenfelder family. This includes hiring top talent, providing them with the tools to be successful, working to develop their talents, and successfully growing their careers . Leading by example is   a must . You will need to   demonstrate   initiative, personal accountability, integrity, and credibility,   as well as,   openness to change. Your actions and decisions will be made with the   Zieggy   Essentials in mind. Come thrive at   Ziegenfelder   with your true passion for people, operations, creating quality   product , and your ability to embrace a fast-paced, changing environment. Bring leadership,   inspiration   & innovation   to cultivate our remarkable workforce and deliver a positive business impact . ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS The   Ziegenfelder   Plant Operations Manager   is responsible for : • Lead ing   the day-to-day manufacturing operations and overall plant performance to include safety, production, quality standards, shipping, receiving,   scheduling   and maintenance ensuring that quality   product is   delivered on time and within specification to our customers. • Help ing   drive and implement necessary training and procedures ensuring compliance with various government regulations including OSHA, FDA, SQF, HACCP, etc. • Creat ing an   environment of open communication within the   Chino   facility, as well   as,   across all   four   facilities. • Monitoring   production, staffing, quality, and financial data to en s ure quality product and safe, eff icient operation of the plant. • Developing   manufacturing organizational, operational ,   and financial strategies   for   continuous   improvement of plant operations. • Coordinating with COO/Vice President, Plant Operations   to plan and implement   CAPEX expenditures at the plant. • Inspiring a culture of leadership,   learning   and development by consistently coaching and developing leaders at all levels throughout the facility. • Establishing strong partnerships and collaboration with Leadership Tribe, to further focus on production, safety, food   safety   and people. • Partnering with Production Supervisor s   and other department heads to ensure   appropriate staffing   model s and   staffing levels   are in place . LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES Leaders at all levels and in all roles at   Ziegenfelder   strive to   demonstrate   leadership competencies. As   a Plant Operations Manager , you will   demonstrate : • Integrity:   Is direct and truthful, is ethical in making decisions and speaks candidly about tough issues. Is open-minded and listens to tribe members at all levels .    Is   widely trusted by others and keeps   confidences . • Self-awareness:   Has   an accurate   picture of strengths and weaknesses and is willing to improve. • Accountability:   Seeks   to take responsibility before placing blame. Able to react when unexpected problems arise, and proactive in developing plans to prevent problems from reoccurring .    Admits mistakes, owns   failures   and commits to deliver expectations and responsibilities. • Credibility:   Makes decisions and problem solves based on regulations, facts,   data   and science .     Clearly understands and communicates performance standards and expectations to others and is willing to hold self and others accountable to performance standards. • Commitment:   Contributes maximum effort to support company initiatives and is tenacious when problem solving for the good of the tribe and organization. Willing to go   above and beyond   to support success for others and the company. • Teamwork : Focuses others’ energy on common goals, priorities and problems.   Seeks common ground   in an effort to   resolve conflicts.   Works harmoniously with colleagues and departments. • Initiative:   Works to   identify   and seize opportunities when they arise. Demonstrates initiative and is motivated to drive improvement .    Skilled at original thought when evaluating problems and developing action plans .    Able to consult with peers and third parties when   additional   expertise may be needed . • Values and gives feedback : Seeks out, responds to, shares, and uses feedback. QUALIFICATIONS • Master’s   D egree in Business Administration   is preferred, or experience in lieu of education. • 8+   years total manufacturing experience, including a minimum of   3-5   years in a manufacturing leadership role for a food or beverage manufacturer. • Experience with a rapidly growing company with plant expansions. • Ability to work in a   fast-pace   environment with   a high level   of intellectual curiosity, and a passion and desire to understand and   improve upon   business processes. • Ability to build, lead and inspire a team,   developing   bench strength at all levels and   providing   increased capabilities business-wide. • Ability to instill a positive team environment. Must be able to communicate comfortably with the shop floor as well as members of the executive team. • Excellent communication skills and ability to concisely summarize monthly operating results and   fu ture plans   with executive staff   and others. • Ability to travel each month   for company leadership meetings and other, minimum, travel as   required . PHYSICAL ABILITIES • Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force   frequently , and/or a negligible amount of force constantly   to move   objects . • Ability to lift 30-50 pounds and move objects to a higher,   lower   or horizontal position. • Ability to bend, twist,   reach   and grasp actions. • Good spatial awareness working around manufacturing equipment. WORKING CONDITIONS • May be subject to noise above 85 decibels with proper protective equipment. • May be subject to cold temperatures of less than 32F with proper protective equipment. Who We Are The Armstrong Group is a family owned and operated collection of diverse companies. What began in 1946 as Armstrong County Line Construction, founded by Jud L. Sedwick in Kittanning, PA, has now grown into an organization that encompasses multiple industries and employs over 2,400 individuals nationwide. Our brands include Armstrong Utilities, Guardian Protection, Armstrong Development, 4Front Solutions, Twin Pops, and Armstrong Comfort Solutions. Armstrong is an Equal Opportunity Employer.