Senior Site Director
- Northlake, IL
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Deliver cost and performance targets; complete projects & assignments on-time, and according to plan. Develop and execute a capital plan for the department.
- Drives continuous improvements in key areas, such as: Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost & Customer Service, while developing direct reports. Improves upon the capabilities of all plant personnel.
- Required to build a Safety First culture and develops highly motivated workforce; serves as a positive role model of emotional intelligence and servant leadership. Drives positive employee relations and delivers sustainable results.
- Continuously improves site processes and technologies; stays current in new technological developments. Develops and executes upon a site capital plan, addressing both short-term a long-term opportunities.
- Champions continuous improvement efforts; implements and sustains manufacturing best practices / procedures, and meets/exceeds relevant certifications / qualifications / requirements (E.g. OSHA, AlB, GMP, HACCP, FSSC, and FDA).
- Identifies and eliminates potential sources of food safety risk. Responsible for delivering site environmental, health, & safety performance; works to exceed expectations for all internal & external audits.
- Acts as liaison between plant personnel and corporate functions; builds solid relationships between these teams. Effectively communicates urgent issues both internal and external to the site, as needed. Identifies issues quickly, develops action plans and coordinates team member activities, so that these issues are communicated upward, and dealt with quickly & effectively.
- Develops a highly effective site leadership team, by applying high standards for selection and continued performance; establishes clear and stretching goals, communicates and delegates key responsibilities, and actively utilizes all performance, development and career tools, to their full potential.
- Requires Lean, A3 and relevant TPM skill sets, with demonstrated problem solving capability. Must be competent in identifying root causes of issues and adept at developing and implementing corrective actions, to prevent problems from repeating.
- Required to implement Lean & TPM across all site areas, to elevate site performance; must also develop, deploy, & sustain Leader Standard Work, to ensure continued success of these efforts.
- Direct all departmental related activities to ensure the timely execution of the production schedule to meet production and service goals. Ensure a high level of customer service while meeting inventory management goals, including raw materials, packaging materials, and finished goods.
- Communicate goals and objectives, apply company policy, coach, administer discipline, and ensure positive employee relations. Build bench strength through active development of direct reports.
- Fostering a culture of trust and wellbeing that prioritizes the team and values employee contributions
- Driving a shared vision with clear goals and accountability, supported by regular conversations to maximize talent
- Embracing diverse perspectives to foster innovation, learning from both successes and failures
- Establishing a safe environment where team members are motivated, heard, and aligned with clear expectations
- $173,100.00 - $264,000.00 per year
- Placement within the salary range is based on experience and other factors
- This is a salaried position paid on a bi-weekly basis + annual bonus + LTI
- Actual placement within the compensation range may vary depending on experience, skills, and other factors
- Benefits eligible day one!!
- Benefits, subject to election and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Paid Time Off (including paid parental leave, vacation, and sick time), 401k with company match, Tuition Reimbursement, and Mileage Reimbursement
- Annual bonus based on performance and eligibility
- 5 years Manufacturing Experience
- 2 years' Experience in Operations Leadership
- Proven leadership in a Union environment
- Lean Six Sigma, PMP, TPM or other relevant certifications
- Background in Food and/or Beverage Manufacturing
- Bachelor's Degree
- Demonstrated work experience of team building and development
- Self-starter, able to work with minimal supervision.
- Strong time management skills.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
- Able to handle multiple and conflicting priorities.