Plant Manager

As the Plant Manager – in Thomasville, NC, you will lead the Traffic Markings manufacturing process in a way that safety, quality and efficiency goals are achieved to exceed customer expectations. Manage systems which support company ideals of safety, quality, and efficient production.

You will report to the Regional Manufacturing Manager and will be seated at our Thomasville, NC locat. PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.

Key Responsibilities

• True first level manager. Ensure that project/department milestones/goals are met and following approved budgets. Have full authority for personnel actions
• Instill a universal commitment to Safety; Coordinate maintenance, operations, and logistics to assure output to meet quality and productivity standards
• Develop plans that help operations run, increase production, and assets capacity while minimizing unnecessary costs
• Monitor outcome of operations and trigger corrective actions
• Create and handle budgets; Understand and implement company policies
• Lead selection process to hire and train team members
• Collect and review data to reduce inefficiencies and waste; Analyze data and create reports regarding performance metrics
• Evaluate employees, provide feedback, mentor and suggestions for improvement, and coordinate work schedules to ensure coverage
  
  

Qualifications

• 8+ years manufacturing management experience required; B.S. Degree or equivalent experience, Mechanical or Chemical engineering
• Shown success in a leadership and team building role, with the ability to develop direct reports
• Experience in coatings or the chemical industry
• Manufacturing Process Engineer or Process Improvement experience, as well as Six Sigma and continuous improvement “lean manufacturing”
  
  

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About Us

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday – everyday.

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PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

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Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.