Assistant Plant Manager

Are you a strong leader and communicator who delights in managing projects, inspiring a team to work together towards goals, and improving an operation quickly to further success? Do you have leadership and management

experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment, and are you looking to assist with managing an entire site and having the mid-managers report to you while they oversee over 110 direct reports, where you will be given industry training and further scope to take the team through exciting growth and further progress your career?

On offer is the exciting opportunity to assist with control of a manufacturing plant with approximately 140 hands-on fabricators and have full control of processes and implementation of strategies to further propel the team. You will work closely with the General Manager to upskill and improve the production environment.

The Company has over 110 employees and is planning on adding 35 more staff and are renowned for their production expertise.

This Role Would Suit Someone With Strong Leadership

experience and a history of implementing improvement ideas looking to assist with the control of the entire plant with the future growth to become the General Manager and run the operation.

The Role:Aids the General Manager in all aspects and daily operations, especially a strong presence on the plant floor, to ensure successful, efficient, and profitable operation of the facility.Reviews departmental objectives; and evaluates daily activities of all departments. Ensures that the plant is operating at maximum capacity and efficiency.Reviews production costs and product quality and modifies production, tool programs, and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance the operation.Develops plans for efficient machine, manpower, and material utilization.Develops and motivates staff to attain proper standards of performance.Analyzes various reports and initiates proper corrective actions for unacceptable trends.Answers departmental or customer complaints and resolves problems.Inspects plant floor for cleanliness, appearance, and safety standards.Works closely with the Quality team to ensure that our build practices and training programs are producing first time right products.Supports all management staff in their areas of expertise while holding them accountable to the overall needs of the plant.Represents the facility with vendors, community, and guest tours.Exciting prospects of career progression

BENEFITS: 401(k) and 401(k) Matching. No vesting

requirements.Medical, Dental, VisionDiscretionary Profit Share BonusEmployee Assistance ProgramHealth Savings AccountFlexible Paid Time OffEmployer Sponsored Life InsuranceEmployee Discounts

The Person:Previous process improvement, divisional management, or operational management or similar

experiencePassion for leadership and process improvementsStrong communication

skills. Ability to bring consensus to a team and influence new ideas into tangible results.

Experience working with both machine-based and hand-based fabrication methods is preferred.Demonstrated leadership

skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a teamAbility to create new systems, create efficient processes, and management multiple disciplines.Highly analytical and able to present data in a cohesive manner

Salary Will Be Commensurate With

experience

Company DescriptionWing Inflatables, Inc., located in Arcata, CA, is a leading provider of lightweight and agile water performance equipment. For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to providing confidence and safety to rescue workers, the Coast Guard, Navy SEALs, river rafting guides, and kayakers. Our innovative products are designed to ensure optimal performance on the water.