Job Description
McIntosh Box and Pallet is looking for a Plant Manager in Training to join our team in Palermo, NY!
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is ready to jump in and learn the business and gain valuable hands on experience to join our team in Palermo NY as a Plant Manger in Training.
Shift: 6am to 3pm (hours could vary based on business needs)
Pay: 55k to 65k depending on experience
The Plant Manager in Training role is a great opportunity designed to prepare an individual for the role of a Plant Manager in the pallet industry. This unique opportunity will allow for the individual to learn the business and gain hands on experience in all aspects of plant operations including safety, production, maintenance, inventory and team leadership. The Plant Manager in Training will work closely with other managers and leadership to learn operational standards, maximize productivity, optimize resources, and drive continuous improvement across all production lines while continuing to build strong employee engagement on the plant floor.
Job Responsibilities:
- Learn the flow of product from start to finish and gain an understanding of all machines, processes and cut sheets needed for each item
- Learn and support daily plant operations including the plan for the day, production schedules, workflow and staffing
- Promote and enforce safety policies and procedures and lead by example to maintain a safe and clean work environment
- Assist in monitoring key performance indicators such as cut times, productivity, quality, on time deliveries and waste
- Partner with leadership to address performance issues and develop team members
- Participate in the hiring, onboarding, training and employee engagement initiatives
- Support inventory control, material flow and cost management efforts
- Learn to read and understand the plant P&L and identify successes and areas of opportunity
- identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste
- Assist in customer issue resolutions and ensure product quality standards are met
- Gain working knowledge of budgeting, forecasting and financial performance of the plant
Benefits:
- 401 (k)
- 401 (k) Matching
- Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health Savings Account
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Why Work for McIntosh!
McIntosh Box and Pallet Company is a leading provider of custom wood packaging solutions, specializing in crates, pallets, and boxes tailored to customers across various industries. With over 60 years of experience, we have built a strong foundation by building relationships, a strong customer service focus, reliability, and quality excellence. Our commitment to top-quality craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and sustainability allows us to continue to provide new and innovative packing solutions to our customers. At McIntosh, we foster a collaborative and positive work environment where we encourage our employees to share their ideas and suggestions to help continue our growth and success as a company. As we continue to grow, we are looking for talented and passionate individuals to join our team!
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Requirements:
- Mathematical aptitude
- Good organizational skills
- Good written and verbal communication
- Strong work ethic
- High degree of attention to detail
- General understanding of computers and the Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with wood processing/carpentry is a plus
Physical Requirements:
- Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
- Adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for long periods of time
- Ability to be on your feet for 8 to 10 hours at a time
- Ability to assess weights and judge distances and heights
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, depending on the season