Plant Manager

Plant Manager Job Highlights

Company Profile

CK Supply is the largest, independent supplier of industrial gases, welding/cutting equipment, and supplies. The company is a definitive source of metalworking and gas-related technologies and solutions.

Job Profile

The company is seeking a Plant Manager who will be responsible for ensuring timely and efficient delivery of products to customers.

Provides support and assistance to the production plant.

Educational Qualification

• Applicants should have a Bachelor’s Degree in Management or equivalent from a college or university

Work Experience

• Possess work-related experience (preferred)

Duties/Responsibilities

• Adhere to the CK Core Values through behavior and words
• Attend and participate in company meetings or meetings on behalf of the company as needed
• Become a qualified tester in all departments to fill in when needed
• Communicate with the Director of Manufacturing regarding production schedule and daily activities
• Communicate with the Maintenance Department for any building or equipment repairs as needed
• Complete monthly cycle counts and maintain proper inventory levels for production items
• Comply with all administrative guidelines for completing required reports in a timely manner
• Conduct regular safety meetings and monitor employees to ensure work is performed safely
• Coordinate shipments to and from customers
• Coordinate with the Director of Manufacturing in order to conduct interviews, hire employees, issue corrective actions, and execute performance reviews for the GCT Plant employees
• Ensure A/R is within the expected parameters
• Ensure the plant is fully operational during normal working hours
• Enter customer orders and assist with billing as needed
• Follow and enforce all safety guidelines and requirements including proper personal protective equipment for employees and visitors
• Implement and monitor all required DOT, OSHA, and FDA regulations while maintaining proper documentation
• Maintain propane and propylene inventory control
• Manage, train, and develop all employees assigned to the GCT Plant
• Schedule and communicate production responsibilities for testing and fuel gas filling
• Other related duties as assigned

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally while leading all levels of the organization
• Ability to delegate and monitor assigned tasks to completion
• Ability to identify workflow discrepancies, errors, or problems and take needed corrective action
• Ability to reach operation and distribution decisions based on logical and analytical reasoning ability
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and work on several projects simultaneously
• Capable of working in diverse and oftentimes unpleasant weather conditions
• Excellent organizational skills
• Must be able to work independently and have the ability to establish efficient work schedules
• Must have the ability to operate all necessary equipment
• Must possess a desire to continually learn new skills and grow as a manager
• Must possess the ability to move or lift products and materials of varied sizes and weights, sometimes in excess of 75 pounds
• Position requires bending, stooping, lifting, and climbing
• Vision is correctable to within normal range for completion of reports
• Willingness to provide feedback and corrective action to employees as needed

Work Environment

• Handle hazardous materials
• Work around dirt/dust
• Work in extreme cold
• Work in extreme heat
• Work in noisy, loud conditions

Equipment Utilized

• Barcoding scanner
• Forklift
• Hand cart
• Various hand tools

Safety Equipment-

• All proper safety equipment must be worn according to company policies and regulations including safety glasses, safety boots, and ear protection.

Benefits/Perks

• 15 days of paid time off
• 401(K) with company match
• 7 paid holidays
• Company-focus on developing employees through training
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, long-term disability
• Competitive salary
• Employee and family-owned
• Employee Assistance Program
• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• HSA Account with Company Contribution
• Open-book management with year-end company bonus eligibility
• Strong brand and reputation in the market
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employer’s Statement

CK Supply and any subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers.