Plant Manager overseeing all plant operations including production, maintenance, and safety at Kennametal. Leading continuous improvement initiatives and cultivating a zero-incident safety culture.
Responsibilities
Lead plant operations using Lean principles to eliminate waste, reduce variability, and improve flow.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by engaging teams in problem-solving and process optimization.
Facilitate regular Kaizen events and ensure follow-through on improvement initiatives.
Train and empower employees in Lean thinking and practices.
Build high-performing teams that take ownership of quality, safety, and productivity.
Promote a zero-incident safety culture through proactive risk identification and mitigation.
Ensure compliance with all regulatory and company safety standards.
Implement Lean quality systems to detect and prevent defects at the source.
Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), cycle time, and takt time.
Requirements
Must be a Canadian citizen or Canadian permanent resident.
Leadership & Team Building ability to inspire, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
Proficient in conflict resolution and performance management.
Skilled in aligning plant operations with broader business goals.
Skilled in long-term planning and decision-making.
Data-driven decision-making using KPIs and operational metrics.
Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis capabilities.
Clear and effective communication across all levels of the organization.
Cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, HR, and supply chain teams.
Planning and executing improvement projects on time and within budget.
Managing capital projects and technology upgrades.
Navigating change and uncertainty in dynamic manufacturing environments.
Maintaining composure and focus under pressure.
Develop and manage the plant’s operating budget, including labor, materials, maintenance, and overhead.
Monitor actual vs. forecasted spending and take corrective actions to stay within budget.
Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through Lean practices, waste elimination, and process optimization.
Evaluate and justify capital investments for equipment, technology upgrades, and facility improvements.
Optimize inventory levels to reduce carrying costs while maintaining production continuity.
Provide regular financial performance updates to senior leadership.
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