Our client is in need of an experienced Assistant Plant Manager to work in the city of Seattle. This position is a direct-hire and offers a salary between $85k-$95k DOE.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage offered
• 401(k) With Employer Contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Company sponsored life insurance
• Company sponsored short and long-term disability

Job Duties

• In conjunction and cooperation with the Plant Manager, ensure that the operations of the facility comply with all requirements dictated by Company, city, county, state, and federal laws and regulations. This includes preparing various operating permits on behalf of the Division and providing these permits to the Plant Manager/Division Manager to be reviewed before being filed.
• Direct and guide plant staff using various methods of communication, such as staff meetings, e-mails, one-on-one discussions, etc, to meet performance goals established by Management.
• Responsible for controlling costs for the plant by reviewing and understanding purchase orders, invoices, and financial reports on a continual basis, comparing actual costs to budgeted costs, and making suggestions for ways to lower costs. Final decisions on cost-cutting measures should be discussed with and approved by the Plant Manager and the Northwest Regional Manager.
• Under the guidance of the Plant Manager and Northwest Regional Manager, will assist in the interviewing and recommendation of new hire applicants and direct, guide, and instruct personnel in accordance with company policies to ensure the efficient operation of the facilities. This position also makes disciplinary and termination recommendations for plant personnel but not final decisions.
• Ensure that all plant employees follow and adhere to all company policies and guidelines, including quality control, HAACP, APPI, FSMA, and safety regulations.
• Direct, maintain and coordinate daily activities of plant personnel to obtain optimum efficiency and maintain the plant in excellent operating condition and clean environment.
• React to related production problems (such as weekly yield issues) by researching the cause and implementing remedies to such problems. Evaluate the production process and investigate major issues and ensure that corrective action is taken.
• Manage the plant maintenance activities during the swing shift and schedule predetermined downtime for performing necessary preventive maintenance. Will also work with maintenance staff to determine maintenance needs for the plant and office through regular physical inspections of the plant and office areas, reviews of maintenance logs, and discussions with personnel.
• Manage the required labor force. Responsible for understanding all of the different plant personnel job functions, reviewing timecards/plant sheets, vacation schedules, and schedule shift start and stop times and resolving any timekeeping discrepancies, evaluate employee performance, and develop/mentor employees in a manner that promotes cross-training and job advancement.
• Review and understand various reports, including plant production reports, yield reports, payroll reports, and monthly financial reports, and make recommendations to the Plant Manager and Northwest Regional Manager on ways to improve productivity and financial results. Also, correspond with accounting regarding unusual fluctuations in production and financial results.

Job Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent.
• 2-3 years experience in a supervisory or leadership role.
• 3-5 years experience working in an industrial plant setting. Rendering plant experience is a plus.
• Less than 10% travel requirement.
• Knowledgeable of CMPAF (Cattle Material Prohibited in Animal Feed), FSMA(Food Safety Moderization Act) and APPI (Animal Protein Producers Industry) material procedures and documentation is a plus.
• Must be able to work at night.
• Basic electrical knowledge; including motors, controls, and variable frequency drives.
• Ability to perform basic plumbing repairs.
• Strong organizational skills for recordkeeping.
• Moderate to advanced computer skills, including the use of Microsoft Outlook.
• Ability to speak, read and write clearly and proficiently in English.
• Understanding of a second language is a plus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Industrial plant: 3 years (Preferred)
• Rendering plant: 3 years (Preferred)
• Cattle Material Prohibited in Animal Feed: 3 years (Preferred)
• Food Safety Modernization Act: 3 years (Preferred)
• Animal Protein Producers Industry: 3 years (Preferred)
• Electrical,motors, controls, variable frequency drives: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person