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Artistree-Kernersville

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading all operational and administrative functions of a multiple-shift wood moulding manufacturing facility; while maintaining a well-trained and motivated staff, responsible for achieving plant production goals

Major Activities

Production Management

+ Plans, directs and coordinates production activities, plant maintenance and quality control to meet optimum production goals

+ Determines and establishes production priorities

+ Revises production schedules and priorities; results of equipment failure or operating problems

+ Develops, stores and retrieves production data

Leadership

+ Participates in recruitment and selection process; interviewing and recommending candidates

+ Support other leaders in strategic objectives; drive SQET

+ Oversees the training and development process and plan for all Team Members

+ Administers performance reviews and drives the performance management process

+ Leads recognition programs and engagement plans with management team

Quality

+ Review and analysis of production, quality control, maintenance and operational reports to determine causes of nonconformity with production specifications and operating/production issues

Safety & Organization

+ Drives all aspects of safety, including but not limited to: safety awareness, identification and correction of safety-related issues, ensure all regulatory compliance measurers are met, and drive the overall safety culture of the facility

+ Ensures all physical security equipment is functioning correctly, including but not limited to alarm systems, card access and cameras; wears appropriate safety equipment at all times

Minimum Education

+ Bachelors Degree or equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Minimum Type of experience the job requires

+ Minimum 5 years in progressive leadership positions preferably within a manufacturing environment

Other

+ Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; convey and receive information

+ Knowledge of products, production processes, quality control, strategic planning, costs and efficiency; resulting in maximum effectiveness of manufacturing process

+ Detail-oriented and accurate; Keen sense of urgency

+ Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills including coaching, collaborating and providing constructive feedback

+ Ability to critically analyze problems and develop effective solutions

+ Excellent time management, organizational and prioritization skills

Preferred Special Certifications or technical skills

+ Six Sigma certification

Physical Requirements

+ Occasionally walk and stand; frequently sit; frequently bend from waist and twist

+ Occasionally lift and carry up to 30lbs/13.6kgs above shoulders and reach overhead

+ Occasionally push/pull total body and reach horizontally

+ Feel with the touch of the fingers; constantly grasp, carry, and push with both hands

+ Review physical requirements matrix for all requirements

Work Environment

+ High noise levels and moving machinery

+ Work environment is not climate-controlled and subject to dust, high/low temperatures

+ Ability to work safely within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Applicants in the U.S. must satisfy federal, state, and local legal requirements of the job.

At The Michaels Companies Inc, **our purpose is to fuel the joy of creativity** . As the leading creative destination in North America, we operate over 1,300 stores in 49 states and Canada and online at Michaels.com (http://www.michaels.com./) and Michaels.ca . The Michaels Companies, Inc. also owns Artistree, a manufacturer of custom and specialty framing merchandise, and MakerPlace by Michaels (https://www.michaels.com/makerplace) , a dedicated handmade goods marketplace. Founded in 1973 and headquartered in Irving, Texas, **Michaels is the best place for all things creative.** For more information, please visit  www.michaels.com

At Michaels, we prioritize the wellbeing of our teams by providing robust benefits for both full-time and part-time Team Members. Our benefits include health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time off, tuition assistance, generous employee discounts, and much more. For more information, visit mikbenefits.com .

Michaels is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are here for all Team Members and all** **c** **ustomers** **to create, innovate and be better together.

_Michaels is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with this commitment, Michaels will assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. Accordingly, if a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Customer Care at 1-800-642-4235 (1800-MICHAEL)._

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