Assistant Manager - Plant LaGrange IL
Overview
The Assistant Plant Manager leads daily operations for industrial gas filling and distribution. This role drives safety compliance and production excellence across multiple segments. You will partner with supervisors to align staffing with customer demand while fostering a collaborative culture.
What You'll Do11
- 1Guide a team of two or more associates in plant activities
- 2Coordinate with Plant Supervisors for smooth operations
- 3Promote proactive safety and compliance culture
- 4Align tasks with customer needs and stock levels
- 5Study production schedules and estimate scheduling needs
- 6Maintain accurate time and production records
- 7Clarify company guidelines and enforce safety practices
- 8Implement improvements to production methods and equipment performance
- 9Initiate plans to inspire team members toward shared goals
- 10Navigate challenges and solve work-related hurdles
- 11Recommend associate actions such as hiring and performance reviews
Requirements11
- 1High School Diploma or GED
- 22+ years leadership experience in manufacturing or distribution
- 3Intermediate proficiency with Google Suite and Microsoft Office
- 4Strong analytical abilities and metric utilization skills
- 5Excellent oral and written communication capabilities
- 6Demonstrated math skills including fractions and percentages
- 7Self-starter personality with organizational abilities
- 8Detail-oriented for compliance documentation
- 9Commitment to product quality and customer satisfaction
- 10Prior experience with compressed gases or gas lab equipment
- 11Physical stamina to stand and lift up to 125 pounds
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