Down Inc. Plant Manager

• Primarily responsible for managing all aspects of production and distribution for Down Inc.


• Manage and ensure all facets of Quality Assurance requirements and standards across all production activities are met consistently.


• Responsible for assuring that all Operational areas are properly staffed, trained, developed, and are coordinated to perform duties effectively.


• Plan Operational activities to ensue adherence to budget and operational objectives.


• Work with VP of Operations outlining capital expenditures that might be needed for Down Inc. for the upcoming year


• Promote development of favorable employee relations to ensure consistent staffing, reduce turnover, and encourage consistent production and distribution of quality products.


• Continuously monitor operations processes and direct improvements as needed.


• Responsible for measurement and effectiveness of all Operation processes, internal and external. Provide timely, accurate and complete reports on operating condition of company.


• Complete yearly employee review process with all affected employees, giving positive reinforcement to the employee and suggesting improvement as necessary.


• Perform related duties as required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail with a high degree of accuracy


• Ability to plan and organize production for a multi shift organization


• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate with a wide range of audiences.


• Knowledge of warehousing, distribution and logistics procedures, third-party warehousing, FIFO, and inventory management metrics.


• Ability to lead a team, and delegate responsibility to production leadership.


• Polished interpersonal skills


• Above average problem-solving skills


• Working knowledge of latest safety laws and regulations


• Above average multitasking and time-management skills.


• Ability to collect and review data to reduce inefficiencies and waste.


• Analyze data and create reports to present to executive team members regarding manufacturing processes.


• Oversee work schedules to ensure proper shift coverage.

Requires demonstrated experience in production management, team building skills, product quality systems, and distribution /logistics operations.  P/L experience is a plus.  Experience in establishing production goals, safety standards and production processes that maximize production activities.  Knowledge in diagnosing equipment issues and making minor repairs or ordering new equipment or parts. 

Certifications: Six Sigma Lean Manufacturing certification helpful, but not required

Language: Effective verbal and written communication skills required, including the ability to understand instructions, accurately document information, and communicate questions or concerns to appropriate laboratory personnel.  Bilingual in Spanish and English helpful.

Technology: Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to work with various ERP systems.  UKG experience is very helpful.