Operations Manager, Plant

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Production Planning, directing, and coordinating the manufacturing of products in accordance with company goals and objectives. Establishing and controlling conditions of production in order to satisfy customer and quality specifications. Organizing and directing workflow and work processes so as to satisfy production requirements in a cost-efficient manner. Performing analysis of manufacturing materials and determining optimum levels of virgin and regrind resin. People Directing the production supervisors and leads in the execution of the plant's operating plans. Maintaining employee safety and morale by creating a safe, efficient and positive work environment. Maintaining proper employment levels through selecting, interviewing, and training of personnel. Continuous Improvement Identifying and evaluating ideas to improve the plant's operations; participating actively in process improvement, cost reduction, and other initiatives to continuously improve the plant's operations and overall performance. Developing and motivating cost-effective alternatives and improvements to the production process. Maximizing the efficiency of production lines and ensuring the effective utilization of all production staff and related resources. Other Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of plastics and related process equipment in Thermoforming and Extrusion. Understanding and background in manufacturing CPET, PET or PP is a strong plus. High-level leadership and decision-making skills. Ability to motivate, influence, and train people. Ability to interact with all levels of Plant personnel. Excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills. Results orientation; high level of personal initiative, energy and ownership for success. Proficient with Microsoft Office applications. Bilingual a plus.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Engineering or a related field. 10+ years of work experience in a manufacturing environment with at least 5+ years of management experience. Experience in managing equipment installations or process improvement projects. Experience with running Thermoforming and Extrusion equipment.

Requirements: What makes Sabert a great place to work: Pay, benefits and more. Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more. To learn more about our benefits click here. Learn More About Sabert: We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining. Want more insight on what it's like to work for Sabert? Click here to hear directly from our employees and learn more about our Company's mission. We're committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process, to learn more about accommodations please call (732) 721-5544 or email HR2@sabert.com for assistance. Please do not send resumes to the above email address, applications submitted via email will not be considered unless specifically invited to do so. Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation. Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert. Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open position Employee Type: Exempt FT