Location: Orangeburg,NY, USA
Who We Are: Aluf Plastics is a large manufacturer of trash bags and a wide range of products serving the packaging and container industry. The company comprises two manufacturing facilities, one each in New York and Texas. With over 40 years as a family-owned business, here at Aluf we pride ourselves on delivering a world class customer experience. We are the only bag company to earn the Best Customer Service Award from the ISSA, (International Sanitary Supply Association.) In addition, our company continues to expand aggressively with our state-of-the-art new technology onthe production floor. With all this exciting growth, our core values and principles continue the same. We produce here in the USA and we treat each and every customer with the greatest appreciation and professionalism. These are our guiding principles and the backbone of our company they will always remain true.
Why work at Aluf Plastics: We set out to create a company culture that is enjoyable, rewarding, and where there is continuous growth opportunity. Demonstrating dedication, initiative, sound judgment, and a positive demeanor fosters opportunities for career advancement within our company. In return, there are numerous perks and benefits including:
Position Overview:
Aluf Plastics is now looking for a Retail Operations Manager, a driven and proven leader in manufacturing management with specific experience in the blown film sector. Reporting to the VP of Operations, you will have full responsibility for managing the retail trash bag manufacturing portion of the business.
Key responsibilities will include the following:
Develop and implement a department operating plan that is consistent with and supports the business plan:
Manage plant budget and costs effectively:
Assess and allocate resources to fulfil requirements:
Ensure that health and safety regulations are met:
Lead quality initiatives:
Oversee production processes including the equipment, materials and personnel:
Update and re-negotiate schedules as necessary to meet customer expectations:
Monitor process material and supplies and communicate to requirements to purchasing, including:
Communicate maintenance concerns and anticipated machinery shutdowns to maintenance:
Supervise, motivate and mentor personnel:
Organize and execute relevant training sessions, including:
Advise and support CAPEX requirement and needs.
Develop relationships and interact effectively with customers and sales team.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
1. Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations, Management, Business or other relevant area. (Note: Highly experienced candidates with blown film experience who do not have a college degree will be considered).
2. A minimum of 10 years of blown film manufacturing experience. Solid in-depth knowledge of blown film bag theory and its application.
3. A minimum of 10 years of senior manufacturing management experience with total responsibility for managing a diverse organization in a highly efficient manufacturing environment.
4. Proven track record in cost savings and facility improvements.
5. Demonstrated skill working with others at a management level in a manufacturing environment.
6. Excellent oral communication skills, including the ability to train, motivate and mentor employees.
7. A hands-on manager who is capable of dealing with and analyzing significant details of the operation.
8. Good record keeping and reporting skills.
9. Demonstrated computer skills (spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs).
DESIRED (BUT NOT REQUIRED) EXPERIENCE
The following would be a plus but are not pre-requisites:
1. Draw string production experience.
2. LEAN / Six Sigma experience would be a huge plus.
3. Spanish language skills.
$100-175k - Benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401k, PTO & Holiday pay
Aluf Plastics (API Industries) is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where the company employs individuals.
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