Vincit Group

Vertical-integrated provider of chemical services

Plant Manager - Chemical Manufacturing

Manufacturing & Production OperationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeChattanooga, TN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree in Business, Business Management, or a related field is required.
A minimum of 5 years of lean manufacturing experience is required.
Demonstrated proficiency in executing Operational Excellence initiatives is required.
Advanced proficiency with metrics and reporting is required.
Effective collaboration with internal departments to achieve department and companywide initiatives is required.
The ability to work independently, under pressure, and meet deadlines is required.
Computer literacy and the ability to learn new computer software programs are required.
Strong written and oral communication skills are required.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills are required.

Responsibilities

Direct production and distribution activities within the facility or facilities.
Oversee Chattanooga manufacturing and distribution operations, including interviewing, hiring, training, directing, rewarding, and disciplining associates; appraising associate performance; and resolving complaints.
Oversee transportation of goods from the production site to clients.
Order or approve testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements for equipment.
Monitor major shipments to ensure receipt.
Ensure goods are stored properly and at the right temperature.
Ensure inventory maintains optimal levels.
Negotiate contracts and prices.
Ensure safe and efficient day-to-day operation of manufacturing warehouses and loading operations.
Coordinate and schedule warehouse activities to meet customer expectations, optimize loads, and minimize work hours.
Review paperwork to plan work activities, schedule appropriate personnel, and balance workloads.
Manage expense accounts for department personnel.
Support order fulfillment by working with production personnel, customer service, shipping, and Pro Logistics.
Confer with the Inventory Analyst to forecast demand and create supply plans that ensure availability of raw materials and finished goods.
Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes and determine their effect on supply chain activities.
Define performance metrics for measuring, comparing, and evaluating supply chain factors such as product costs and quality.
Analyze inventories to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, and optimize customer service.
Complete special projects upon request.

Desired Qualifications

An MBA or Master's degree in Organization Management.
Six or more years of managerial experience in a chemical production environment.
Six Sigma certification.

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JOB SUMMARY:

The Plant Manager is accountable for the execution of strategic planning activities as they relate to the production and transportation of products in order to limit costs, while simultaneously improving safety, accuracy, and customer service. He/she will examine existing procedures and look for opportunities to streamline activities that increase Zeco’s ability to meet demand in a more profitable manner. Long term, this position will be involved in all areas as they relate to the direct movement, storage, and processing of both finished goods and raw material inventory for their specific site plant. Through collaboration with other internal departments, the Plant Manager will develop our business via continued process improvement practices, analyzing production and logistical problems, and offering solutions. This position directly supervises production, the distribution center, and driver personnel. He/she will carry out these supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and applicable laws.

EDUCATION:

Required:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Business Management, or a related field.

Preferred:MBA or Master’s degree in Organization Management.

EXPERIENCE:

Required:Minimum 5 years of lean manufacturing experience and demonstrated proficiency in executing Operational Excellence initiatives.

Preferred:6+ years of managerial experience in a chemical production environment.

POSITION REQUIREMENT(S): Specialized Skills/License/Certification

Required:Advanced with metrics and reporting, as well as effective in collaborating with other internal departments to achieve department and companywide initiatives. Must be able to demonstrate sense of urgency and self-motivation; ability to work independently. Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Computer literacy with ability to learn new computer software programs. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Attention to detail with strong organizational skills.

Preferred:Six Sigma certification

CORE COMPETENCIES (Essential Job Functions)

Direct the activities of the production and distribution within the facility/facilities.
Oversee Chattanooga manufacturing and distribution operations including interviewing, hiring, training, directing, rewarding, and disciplining associates; appraising associate performance; and resolving complaints.
Oversee the transportation of goods from production site to client.
Order/approve testing, maintenance, repairs, or replacements for equipment.
Monitor progress of major shipments to ensure receipt.
Ensure goods are stored properly and at the right temperature.
Ensure inventory maintains optimal levels.
Negotiate contracts and prices.
Ensure safe and efficient day-to-day operation of the manufacturing warehouses and loading operations.
Coordinate and schedule warehouse activities to meet and exceed customers’ expectations, while optimizing loads and minimizing work hours.
Review all paperwork in order to plan work activities, schedule appropriate personnel and balance work-loads.
Manage expense accounts for department personnel.
Support the order fulfillment process by working extensively with production personnel, customer service, shipping and Pro Logistics.
Confer with Inventory Analyst to forecast demand and create supply plans that ensure availability of raw materials and finished goods.
Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes and determine their effect on supply chain activities.
Define performance metrics for measurement, comparison, and evaluation of supply chain factors, such as product costs and quality.
Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, and optimize customer service.
Complete special projects upon request

Location: 3401 Cummings Rd, Chattanooga, TN 37419

Shift: First shift

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About the Company

Vincit Group

Vertical-integrated provider of chemical services

Vincit Group coordinates a network of specialized member companies to offer a single-source solution for chemical services, contract management, and automation and process engineering across the U.S., Canada, and South America. Each member focuses on its core competency—whether it’s equipment, chemical support, logistics and delivery, or outsourced plant services like sanitation, wastewater management, and HR and safety expertise—and the group’s vertical integration combines these capabilities under one umbrella. This structure lets Vincit Group deliver integrated services more efficiently and at a lower total cost of operation than many rivals. The company aims to help clients improve their business by streamlining operations, reducing costs, and providing comprehensive support for their chemical and processing needs.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Chattanooga, TN
Founded: 1968

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