PLANT MANAGER

Company: Mocama Marine LLC
Location: Panama City
Posted on: March 18, 2023

Job Description:

COMPANY SUMMARYMocama Marine LLC ("Mocama" or "Company") is a manufacturer of two premier boat brands including: Action Craft (a revered brand of flats boats and bay boats) and Southwind (a premium brand of high-quality deck boats). - JOB SUMMARY - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Mocama is seeking an experienced manager and proven leader to oversee all plant operations. Demonstrated track record of career growth and success required. Experience in boat manufacturing and design a significant plus but not mandatory. Key objectives include (a) ensuring production and delivery of top quality boats, (b) ensuring the company's production team is well trained and stable, (c) establishing/refining/enforcing plant policies and procedures, (d) vetting/maximizing production processes, (e) defining and implementing production goals, (f) fostering a strong employee environment through clear and consistent communication and (h) driving cost and quality initiatives in all cases using technology, lean principles and good manufacturing practices. - PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for plant production goals and continuous improvements including the use of lean principles.
• Maintain a clean and safe plant.
• Direct plant operations and product quality control.
• Oversee staffing and scheduling in conjunction with department heads and management.
• Work with departments to ensure effective coordination of purchasing, scheduling, production, and shipping/logistics.
• Responsible for introduction, maintenance and management of product testing and suggesting product improvements.
• Develop a well-trained, motivated supervisory staff; Conduct employee performance reviews per corporate guidelines.
• Establish and maintain clear, consistent, and inclusive culture and communications plan.
• Assist in development of agreements with key suppliers and dealers.
• Establish and maintain local community relations.
• Work with company finance staff and management to establish, maintain and manage budgets, BOMs, build sheets, and other financial/management tools and reporting requirements. - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & CHARACTERISTICS
  • Education:
    • BS Degree in management, math, engineering or equivalent.
      • Experience & Knowledge:
        • 5+ years of plant management level experience.
        • Demonstrated track record of career growth and success.
        • Outstanding manufacturing knowledge and supervisory skills.
        • In-depth knowledge of mold maintenance, gel coat, lamination, and assembly processes.
        • Demonstrated strategic planning and problem-solving skills.
          • Information Systems:
            • Information systems fluency, with knowledge of manufacturing statements, MRP operations and Microsoft Office.
            • Strong training in LEAN manufacturing practices.
            • Ability to establish, manage and maintain key financial reports.
              • Language & Communication:
                • Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations in English.
                • Ability to write reports, business correspondence, electronic mail, procedures and performance documents, as examples, in English.
                • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and other employees of the organization.
                • Ability to effectively conduct meetings in person and with technology assistance.
                  • Mathematical Skills:
                    • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
                    • Ability to utilize data to make business decisions.
                      • Reasoning Ability:
                        • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
                        • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
                          • Personal Characteristics:
                            • Thrives on the challenges associated with building a manufacturing operation, capable of delivering in a high growth environment.
                            • Innovative, entrepreneurial, highly intelligent person with tremendous energy and an excellent work ethic. Strong interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work well with and motivate a diverse group of people.
                            • Works effectively with a wide range of personnel and communication styles across the Company's operations.
                            • Ability to handle a high-growth, entrepreneurial environment.
                            • Good listening skills, a natural people-orientation, and openness to ideas, suggestions and constructive feedback.
                            • Consistency of thought and action.
                            • Highest levels of integrity and ethics, both professional and personal.
                              • Environmental Adaptability, Safety & Physical Requirements:
                                • The following physical demands described are representative of those that may be required by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. - Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
                                • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to wear personal protective equipment, including gloves, apron, hearing protection, steel toed shoes, safety glasses and a respirator. Plant environment varies with outside temperature and noise levels vary in different production areas.
                                • Possible exposure to chemicals common to boat manufacturing processes.
                                • Must understand basic terminology such as OSHA, DEP, and other regulatory agencies.
                                • Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment where designated, including but not limited to, hard hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, respirator etc.
                                • Must be able to physically handle the requirements of the job, including but not limited to, lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, kneeling, twisting, turning, climbing stairs, reaching, grasping, gripping, pushing, pulling, and spending entire working hours on your feet, etc.
                                • Must be able to understand all safety related documents and work-site rules and practices, equipment operating instructions, documented safety management systems, and health and safety requirements, including the General Safety Rules and Individual Safety Commitment - All duties and responsibilities, as assigned, are essential functions and requirements. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship. - COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
                                  • Compensation commensurate with experience
                                  • Competitive benefits (PTO, holidays, health, dental, vision, etc.)

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