APC is the world’s largest producer of functional proteins, dedicated to producing safe and effective products that create value. We do this by holding true to our values: Performance, Entrepreneurship and Leadership.

The purpose of this position is to manage daily operations of the manufacturing plant, lead and guide APC team members through safe, efficient and effective operations while producing safe and effective products.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: 4-year college degree in business, management, science, engineering, industrial technology, or related field preferred.

Experience: Five years of experience with process manufacturing environment required. Minimum of five years leadership/management experience required. Food or feed industry experience preferred. Process experience in liquid, chemical, grain or similar industries is preferred.

Bilingual Candidate Preferred

JOB DUTIES:

Plant Operation Duties:

• Assist the plant manager where needed – duties may include: Manage the production schedule for the plant, lead plant production meetings, coordinate daily production within the plant and with other departments and functions of the organization.

• Plan current and future projects and follow up on completed projects.

• Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures related to plant operations.

• Professionally interacts and collaborates with sales, customer service, engineering, human resources, quality and safety.

• Ensures production equipment/machinery is properly maintained, repaired, or replaced as necessary to maintain smooth daily plant operations.

• Ensures company’s food safety and quality policies are being followed.

Management Duties:

• Manage assigned personnel in performance of their duties including, but not limited to, interviewing, hiring, training, evaluation, scheduling work activities, discipline and discharge.

• Establish and monitor individual and team goals with are aligned with the Organization’s business strategies and objectives.

• Develops bench strength through training and succession planning efforts.

• Controls allocation and use of personnel to ensure fulfillment of production schedules in a cost-effective manner.

• Provides a leadership role in the integration of efforts throughout the plant promoting a positive work atmosphere, and employee engagement.

• Conducts regular scheduled safety training to provide a safe working environment, including the application and implementation of new equipment/machinery.

• Conducts departmental meetings as needed enhancing communication throughout the plant.

• Ensures adherence to all established company policies and procedures through specialized training of supervisors.

• Ensures that standard operating procedures are developed, accurate and utilized for plant processes.

• Product quality and plant sanitation champion. Encourages and mentors team to achieve high performance and ratings in certifying Safe Food/Safe Feed programs.

• Continuous improvement champion and problem solver through formal and informal programs within the local facility.

• In the absence of the Plant Manager, the Plant Superintendent or other qualified personnel will cover the duties of the Plant Manager role.

Administrative Duties:

• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and requirements, as required, including environmental.

• Promotes a positive image of APC, Inc. through community involvement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must live within 45 minutes of the plant.

• Must manage and oversee a manufacturing facility that operates 24 hours daily, 7 days per week.

• Specific knowledge and first-hand experience with industrial production processes in an edible or non-edible food processing plant.

• Ability to monitor the production processes, make necessary adjustments in scheduling and/or improve production methods/techniques to achieve company goals.

• Knowledge and ability to implement and ensure adherence to all safety techniques and procedures related to plant operations.

• Knowledge and ability to analyze, forecast, and plan production objectives.

• Ability to hire, train and evaluate personnel ensuring a competent work force to meet production objectives in a cost-effective manner. This will include goal setting and measurement of performance.

• Ability to develop and implement standard policies and procedures to maintain consistent daily plant operations, including standard operating procedures (S.O.P’s).

• Ability to effectively interact and manage plant personnel.

• Ability to effectively communicate with corporate office management, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and other business-related contacts.

• Effective communicator, both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality related to all duties and responsibilities, such as production goals and personnel information.

• Ability to perform basic and complex mathematical calculations.

• Knowledge of organizational methods and the ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously.

• Ability to remain calm and professional during peak periods of activity.

• Ability to work daily and extended hours as necessary.

• Knowledge in statistical process control preferred.

• Formal knowledge in Continuous Improvement/Lean Manufacturing preferred.

• Travel up to 10% domestically and/or international travel by car or plane may be required.

BASIC PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Approximate: 8 Hour Day (may be longer during peak season)

Key:

Occasional = 0% - 33%

Frequent = 34% - 66%

Continuous = 67% - 100%

N/A = Not Applicable

Standing Frequent

Sitting - Occasional

Walking - Continuous

Bending/Kneeling/Crouching/Stooping - Occasional

Reaching Above Shoulder - Frequent

Climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.) - Occasional

Working on Heights:

Unprotected Heights - Occasional

Protected Heights - Frequent

Lifting Weights from 0 to 55 Pounds - Occasional

Push/Pull/Maneuver Equipment/Products/Materials - Occasional

Weighing from 0 to 100 Pounds

Being Around and/or Operating Moving Machinery/Equipment - Frequent

Operating a Vehicle (as a part of your job) - Occasional

Read/Monitor Gauges on Various Equipment/Machinery - Frequent

Hand Movements:

Recording Data - Occasional

Operating Office Equipment - Occasional

Operating Computer - Occasional

Simple Grasping (right and left) - Frequent

Firm Grasping (right and left) - Frequent

Fine Manipulating (right and left) - Frequent

Foot Movements to Operate Foot Controls - Occasional

Vision: Good Vision, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to - Yes

Access Required Information and to Perform Job Duties

Color Definition Required: - Yes

Hearing: Good Hearing, Corrected to Normal; or Ability to

Communicate/Understand Required Information and to Perform Job Duties - Yes

Mobility: Ability to be mobile throughout required work areas.

Office - Occasional

Multiple Locations - N/A

Plant - Continuous

Equipment/Maintenance or Repair Area - Continuous

Rough Terrain - Occasional

Other - N/A

BASIC MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

This job requires the mental capabilities to analyze the plant operations to develop company resources in a manner to achieve maximum productivity to meet or exceed APC, Inc. business objectives. Furthermore, the incumbent for this position must have the abilities to solve problems as they arise and excellent communication skills in managing plant personnel.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND EXPOSURES:

The working conditions vary; a portion of the job duties occur within a general office environment while other job duties occur within a general manufacturing environment. Exposures include, but are not limited to chemicals, caustics, temperatures ranging from freezing to extreme heat, noise, dust, and moving equipment/machinery.

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