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GENERAL MILLS SERVICES, INC. Assistant Plant Technical Manager - Wellston, OH in Wellston, Ohio
OVERVIEW The Associate Plant Technical Manager (APTM) is responsible for assisting the Plant Technical Manager in providing the technical expertise and technical leadership to deliver results for the plant and the businesses it supports. The APTM role is a developmental role to prepare for leadership as a PTM upon completion of the program. Development areas will be customized to the need of the APTM and would cover leadership areas such as maintenance, system engineering, project engineering, Zero Loss Culture and people leadership. The APTM will have direct reports as part of their responsibilities. This role reports directly to the site PTM and has dotted line engineering accountability to Mpls Engineering Leadership. To learn more about our Wellston plant and the surrounding area, Click Here! KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Leadership Development of site strategic plan for technical staffing, capital investment, general competencies, and system/technology improvements Coaching, mentoring, and development of plant technical resources Accountability for management of external technical relationships with A/E firms, contractors, and equipment vendors Provide technical leadership and site compliance with EPA and OSHA requirements in concert with designated functional experts Provide site leadership to achieve maximization/optimization of capital assets and site utilization as well as lead safety initiatives in technical areas Champion progression to zero using the tools, processes, and standards as defined in the Zero Loss Culture guidebook Capital Planning & Execution Develop short term and long-range capital investment plans for facility and be accountable for the planning and execution of all projects Responsible for the capital investment process for the site (e.g. standards, project management, capital approval, etc.). Vertical Start Up/Continuous Improvement/Zero Loss Culture Develop and support strategies that integrate VSU, CI and Zero Loss Culture methodologies into the Master Plan Provide leadership for the application of Zero Loss Culture to meet business objectives Provide site leadership for technical solutions to operational problems including systems optimization, debottlenecking, and troubleshooting Accountable for the strategy, design and implementation of control systems and manufacturing information systems Maintenance & Reliability Coach and develop Maintenance and Facilities Manager to improve maintenance systems in alignment with Zero Loss Culture . Provide strategy and support for maintenance programs, development of tools and resources, personnel selection, training, and development. Integrate Maintenance into the strategy for the broader technical community at the plant Ensure the proper selection, training, development, and motivation of leaders to maximize current and future performance Lead and support plant continuous improvement initiatives MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related degree with applicable experience or extensive relevant work experience Minimum of 6 years technical experience in project engineering, systems or process engineering, facilities management, or technical discipline engineering in a manufacturing environment with maintenance experience Strong track record of engineering aptitude, ability to apply engineering principles, and problem solving Strong leadership skills, including experience leading others in projects or programs, and the ability to successfully interact with individuals representing other areas or interests and the ability to manage team leaders & mechanics Understanding and experience interacting with multiple business functions, including Quality Control, Purchasing,