Plant Manager – R20052-3542

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https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12208548 Here at Scotts
Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is
constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a
rapid pace. Below are details on an open job. If the role interests you
and you would like to be considered we encourage you to apply!

We are looking for a Plant Manager who will grow at our Growing
Media facility in Morrison, IL. Growing Media, a network of 45
plants across North America, produces branded consumer products such as
mulch and soil for lawn and garden care.

If you have an entrepreneurial mindset and thrive in a fast-paced
operations environment, then you will fit in well as a Scotts Plant
Manager. On a day-to-day basis, you will have the responsibility for
driving employee engagement, safety, product quality, productivity,
order delivery, and customer service. In this role, you have the ability
to positively impact the plants overall performance and our
customers satisfaction.

What youll do in this role:

– DEFINE SUCCESS: Establish short and long-term operating
objectives, ensuring goals are aligned to deliver desired production
capacity, shipping, and people capabilities. Apply knowledge of
processes, equipment, and system capability to set challenging
individual, team, and facility standards.

– LEAD: Provide day-to-day leadership and coaching to supervisors
and hourly associates, driving enhanced plant operations in the
areas of safety, production, maintenance, warehousing, shipping, and
office management.

– CUSTOMER SERVICE: Foster and maintain a high level of customer
service through on-time deliveries, responsiveness to customer
needs, ensuring all shipped product meets customer quality
requirements.

– FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY: Establish and monitor plant operating
budget and shipments forecast; identify and implement continuous
improvement efforts to positively affect profitability.

– SOURCE: Identify possible sources of local raw materials, while
monitoring quality and cost-effectiveness; negotiate/manage supplier
and vendor contracts.

– PARTNER: Collaborate with operations, regional sales, business
development teams, and corporate team members to ensure product
supply levels and customer service.

– DEVELOP TALENT: Build people capability through effective
associate relations, hiring, training, and transparent communication
for both management and front-line hourly personnel.

– REPRESENT: Develop and maintain positive community relations:
participate in local activities and/or organizations to promote
goodwill and a positive company image.

– STEWARDSHIP: Ensures compliance with all environmental, health &
safety regulations, ordinances, and permit requirements.

What youll need to be successful:

– Bachelors degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply
Chain, Logistics, or other related fields.
– 5 years of site-level or department management experience in
manufacturing or warehousing. Prior experience leading in a direct
store delivery environment is highly preferred.
– Working knowledge of enabling functions of operations including
environmental management, quality assurance, capital planning,
production scheduling, and private fleet operations.
– Leads with an Entrepreneurial Spirit – curious, actively seeks out
change, energized by new, tough assignments and overcoming
obstacles, resilient, takes well-reasoned risks, and consistently
executes.
– Demonstrates strong People Agility – authentic, transparent,
self-aware, inspires others to perform at a high level, connects and
builds a wide range of workin relationships, and values the
diversity of thought, style, and perspective.
– The desire to be “hands-on” – this role requires regular presence
on the plant floor.
– Fluent in English and Spanish (preferred).

The starting budgeted pay range for this role will generally fall
between $97,500.00 – $114,700.00 per year. Scotts will consider
various factors in determining the actual pay including your skills,
qualifications, experience, and geographical location.

Here at ScottsMiracle-Gro, we believe providing an enriching and
engaging employee experience is what sets us apart from other
organizations. We recognize our employees are so much more than just
their job title so we offer programs and benefits that support them in
all aspects of their lives. Wondering how we do it? Below is a glimpse
of our highlight reel…

Our Live Total Health program provides you with options to align to your
personal needs. Selections range from medical, dental and
visioncoverage for you, your spouse/domestic partner and dependents to
an outstanding wellness reimbursement program to an unbelievable 401K
match (up to 7.5%)as well as a 15% discount on company stock and much
more

We know ourtalent is our most precious asset and your unique
development con