Plant Manager - Springfield, MO

Plant Manager

Come join our team at Future Foam! We are ranked in the top 4 polyurethane foam manufacturing companies in the U.S. We are “The Leader in Comfort” and a supplier to companies such as: The Home Depot, Simmons, Casper, Serta, Tuft & Needle, and many more! Future Foam have been family owned for over 60 years. Our primary focus is to provide excellent quality and service throughout our network. With over 30 facilities across the United States and internationally, we take pride in having a culture that fosters an open, trusting, and collaborative work environment. Most importantly we put safety first.

We are in search of a Plant Manager for our plant in Springfield, MO. This is a hands on position that offers a challenging work environment where independence and creative thinking are the norm. The ideal candidate will be someone who is comfortable working in a diverse and fast-paced environment while adhering to company guidelines and operational policies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

· Develop, establish, and implement long-range and short-term strategies and operating procedures to achieve established plant goals and objectives

· Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customers’ expectations for foam fabrication operation.

· Apply statistical methods and perform analysis for cost reduction, quality improvement and increased efficiency

· Responsible for overall product cost, quality, and on-time delivery.

· Oversees and supports development and execution of departmental strategy

· Responsible for ensuring department goals/objectives are met and align to Future Foam’s overall strategy.

· Apply Lean principles in company operations.

· Ensure written standard operating procedures and work instructions for key processes are in place

· Set clear expectations for team members, supervisors and managers.

· Coordinate resources, optimizing facilities and equipment.

· Build and Maintain a safety first culture.

· Utilize lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste.

· Recruit, manage and develop plant staff.

· Develop and communicate strategies to all employees to provide a clear sense of direction and focus.

· Monitor processes and implement corrective actions to continually improve operation.

· Stay up to date with latest production management best practices and concepts.

QUALIFICATIONS / OTHER REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Engineering, or related field.

· 5-10 years of manufacturing operations management experience.

· Strong team building, decision-making and people management skills.

· Ability to create accountability and to lead by example.

· Solid understanding of business and management principles (budgeting, supply chain, strategic planning, resource allocation and people development).

· Familiarity with Six Sigma and Lean management principles

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to build teams in a positive, fast-paced work environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Bilingual (Spanish/English) desired.

· Ability to manage travel up to 5%

Future Foam offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Health, Dental & Vision Coverage
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Paid Holidays
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Training and Development
• Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance

*Compensation commensurate with experience*

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person