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Pactiv Evergreen Plant Manager in Turlock, California

Overview

Pactiv Evergreen Inc. (NASDAQ: PTVE)is a leading manufacturer and distributor of fresh foodservice and food merchandising products and fresh beverage cartons in North America and certain international markets. It supplies its products to a broad and diversified mix of companies, including full service restaurants and quick service restaurants, foodservice distributors, supermarkets, grocery and healthy eating retailers, other food stores, food and beverage producers, food packers and food processors. To learn more about the company, please go to the company website at pactivevergreen.com.

105 miles sourtheast of San Francisco, Turlock is a city in Stanislaus County, California. Its estimated 2019 population of 73,631 made it the second-largest city in Stanislaus County after Modesto.

The Evergreen Packaging Turlock Carton Converting Facility is located in Turlock, California, within an hour of the California Napa wine country and in close proximity to the city of San Francisco . Opened in 1957 and employing 130 team members, the facility prints and die cuts refrigerated gable top cartons for a variety of national and regional brands supplying retail groceries and schools throughout the western US and Canada.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847) 482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Responsibilities

Job Summary

The Plant Manager is responsible for all aspects of Manufacturing, Engineering, Logistics, EH&S and Facilities at a given manufacturing plant in support of the AOP. The Plant Manager establishes local operating strategy, leads the manufacturing plant workforce and interfaces as necessary with key internal customers. The Plant Manager will typically be responsible for a plant employee population of 150 + employees working in a 24/5 manufacturing operation.

The Plant Manager will report directly into the Director of Operations for the applicable Operating Unit.

Essential Job Functions

· Cultivate a collaborative plant culture that encourages employee development, teamwork and adaptability.

· Evaluate and develop the existing talent found within the manufacturing plant.

· Build an efficient manufacturing operation through the reliance on standardized systems, reliable equipment performance and an adherence to process.

· Apply principles of lean manufacturing, as appropriate, to improve key business metrics via continuous improvement advancements, waste elimination (1st pass yield and Kaizen) and root cause analysis.

· Optimize plant performance (overall equipment efficiency/OEE) by maximizing labor efficiency while at the same time minimizing scrap and achieving the required product quality.

· Partner with commercial and R&D staff to identify opportunities for improvement in cost of manufacturing and product performance.

· Lead the plant management team by empowering, enabling and developing people to work effectively together as teammates.

· Ensure a collaborative culture is established throughout the Plant where employees are held accountable while at the same time coached and encouraged to reach their full potential.

· Ability to effectively communicate the business vision across all levels of the plant.

· Management of annual operating plan/budget & deployment of resources across the plant to deliver production commitments in key safety, quality, service, and cost target areas.

· Support internal customer groups to ensure attainment of profitability targets and delivery of finished product that meets customer quality expectations.

· Develop and execute the safety programs necessary to achieve and sustain a world-class safety record.

· Direct plant capital programs and expenditures to support strategic operational goals.

· Comply with all local, state and federal regulations.

· Manage operations through the use of the Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS).

Qualifications

Job Requirements

Education

· BA/BS degree in Business, Operations, Engineering or a related field is required.

Experience

Minimum of 5-10 years of progressive experience in manufacturing dependent upon location size – preferably in a highly respected paper or consumer packaging manufacturing organization. Previous management/supervisory experience required.

Travel Frequency:

Occasional; less than 5% of time

Additional Job Elements:

Preferred Skills

· Strong financial aptitude.

· This leader will have successfully implemented operational strategies and initiatives that have improved bottom-line profitability in a manufacturing environment.

· The leader must be high-energy with a creative approach to problem solving, possess strong analytical skills, and be a team player with exceptionally strong leadership skills.

· The leader must be an excellent judge of talent with a proven track record of attracting top performers and mentoring employees as their careers advance up through the organization.

· Ability to multi-task effectively while working across multiple layers of the organization. Proven ability to juggle multiple issues simultaneously, determining appropriate level of priority and resource allocation.

· The ideal candidate is a team builder that develops and drives high performance work teams aligned around the strategic operational initiatives of the manufacturing plant.

· Ability to function as a strategic thinker without losing site of the critical details.

· Experienced at applying the principles of lean manufacturing to improve key plant metrics via continuous improvement advancements, waste elimination and root cause analysis problem solving.

· Key Competencies:

· Safety - Demonstrates a safety first mindset in all situations.

· Leadership - A leader who will have instant credibility and is able to motivate, and retain well-qualified individuals of diverse talents, interests, and cultural backgrounds. Must have the leadership presence to energize, drive and lead the teams, and to be a natural center of gravity in the business.

· Operations Acumen - Outstanding business judgment and a proven ability to manage effectively in tough situations, balancing intelligent risk with the need to secure the base of the business.

· Top Talent/Team Development - Has developed a personal coaching/mentoring relationship with direct teams and delegates key initiatives to accelerate their personal growth.

· Learning agility/growth mindset – Demonstrates the ability and willingness to listen and learn. Believes that their own capacities and talents can be improved over time.

· Technical Acumen - Clear strength with the understanding of technical products, their development, design, and capabilities.

· Cost Effectiveness - Broad-based process improvement leadership experience in complex businesses is essential. A proven ability to develop, lead, and culturally drive an environment of high productivity and cost effectiveness is required. Cost savings through improved efficiency is a critical focus area. A proven track record optimizing SG&A and working capital is also essential.

· Collaborative/Decisive Style - Operates with a management style that encourages and facilitates open dialogue with a wide variety of contributors and stakeholders, both close and across the organization.

· Critical Thinking - Able to work in uncharted areas. Capable of integrating and processing large amounts of information to address complex issues. Challenges conventional wisdom when required. Intellectually aggressive with a strong end-product orientation.

· Interpersonal - Able to quickly establish and maintain excellent interpersonal relationships across all levels of the organization. Creates team atmosphere with internal staff while achieving key objectives. Maintains positive, professional relationships with external contacts.

· Organization - Able to operate independently. Manages time well, follows through on commitments, and pays attention to details. Able to work on several projects simultaneously.

· Maturity - Able to provide a good balance of risk taking and judgment. Is assertive and confident. Recognizes when help is needed because of lack of pertinent knowledge. Relies on and delegates to peers and direct reports in an appropriate and productive fashion.

· Strategy/Vision - Able to serve as a key strategic partner with leadership team on business vision and direction. A strategic thinker, capable of thought leadership with respect to product mix, pricing and profitability combined with the ability to communicate and translate these into actionable programs.

· Ethics - Able to demonstrate unquestionable integrity, credibility, and character. Has demonstrated high moral and ethical behavior.

· Results Driven - Ability to focus on organizational growth, financial performance, and achievement of established plant targets.

· Teamwork & Collaboration - Builds rapport and collaborates effectively across the organization, and fosters an environment of open and transparent communication.

· Integrity & Trust - Demonstrates honest, respectful, and trustworthy behaviors when engaging with stakeholders, and achieves stated work obligations.

Physical Demands

• Not applicable

Work Environment

• Not applicable

For individuals hired to work in California, Pactiv Evergreen is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The compensation range is specific to California and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. At Pactiv Evergreen, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $146,300-$195,100.

Benefits:

This position is eligible for an annual incentive bonus, 401(k) plan with no waiting period and dollar for dollar match up to 6% and immediate vesting, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, paid parental leave, up to nine paid Holidays and two floating Holidays, wellness program, tuition reimbursement and family care benefits.

Disclaimer

The duties, responsibilities, and requirements presented in this job description are intended to be representative in nature and should not be construed as an exhaustive list.

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call (847)482-4320 or email TalentHelp@Pactiv.com.

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Job Locations US-CA-Turlock

ID 2024-26129

Category Operations

Position Type Full Time

Pay Type Salaried

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