Messer

Plant Manager

LocationLangley, BC
Job TypeFull-time

About This Job


About Messer

Messer is the largest privately held industrial gas business in the world, and a leading industrial and medical gas company in North and South America. We offer over 125 years of expertise in industrial, medical, specialty and electronic gases. Messer delivers quality gases, related services and technology via an extensive production and distribution network. Health and safety, sustainability practices and environmental protection are core Messer values that are embedded in our daily operations.


Why Messer?

Certified as Great Place to Work®
Paid time off: Excellent paid vacation available in first year including personal days.
Pay and benefits: Competitive pay rate with comprehensive benefits and competitive pension plan.
Bonus and pay increases: Incentive program based on company performance and annual merit increase program.
Career growth: Opportunities for career advancement through training and development opportunities with tuition reimbursement program.
Referral program: Employees can refer talent and earn!
Employee perks and discounts: Access to exclusive discounts on a number of products and services across Canada.


Purpose:

The Plant Manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the plant, including production, ensuring safety while optimizing efficiency, maintaining quality standards and managing staff to meet production goals in a cost-effective manner.


What you’ll do:

Responsible for safe, quality focused and successful operation of plant processes
Supervise and manage multiple department leads and the production staff
Lead, motivate and manage production personnel; oversee all production activities (physical and administrative)
Responsible for overseeing the scheduling of production to ensure on-time shipment; Review product lead time and cycle-time to develop goals
Drive Safety initiatives (Golden Rules, Eagle Eye, etc.)
Provide technical assistance to Production Technicians and Leads. Provide technical and status update information to sales, customer service and customers as required
Manage the development and improvement of production methods
Participate in development of new production processes in conjunction with Commercial Development and Engineering groups
Stay current on developments related to production processes and government regulations effecting the product line and the production process
Interface with Management and Commercial Team members regarding production and quality issues
Recruit, select and develop talent into the organization
Develop meaningful service and quality metrics. Prepare and present performance to upper management
Manage supplies for production department
Oversee all current production equipment including preventive maintenance, repairs, and purchase of new equipment
Perform other duties as assigned by Production/Operations Manager
Adhere to all company policies, safety, and standard operating procedures
Operate fill systems when necessary -Lead daily production meetings
Lead daily toolbox talks on safety and quality
Provide meaningful feedback on Production Tech performance via PMP process
Responsible for (or to participate in) Hazop, Synergi case investigations, customer complaint investigations
Provide Leadership to all site production personnel
Proactively identify risks to safety and quality: Drive mitigation, Drive process improvements, Drive KPI performance (Safety, On-time shipping, eCAR mitigation, GAP)
Develop and execute local business strategy
Lead/Assist with Hazop and RA sessions
Support customer and ISO audits
Manage plant budgeting activities
Strongly Manage Safety and Quality performance
Develop 1- 3-5 year plan for Operations
Develop proper strategy for Asset planning to prevent shortages
Develop strong culture of personal accountability for Safety and Quality


What it takes:


Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering preferred, Or no degree and 10 years in directly related operations experience
Minimum 6 Years of experience in Operations, Supply Chain Management, Lab Management, or Quality Management


Key Skills and Attributes:

Strong leadership qualities that include giving clear direction, thinking proactively, and having a high sense of accountability
The ability to lead a team, motivate, and cultivate direct reports to achieve high performance, encouraging individuals to do better
Demonstrates positive open interpersonal skills with proven ability to work constructively with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders while demonstrating an acceptable level of assertiveness
Adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation and human resources)
Be knowledgeable of safety, quality, productivity, inventory, etc.
Computer literacy
Ability to create accountability and to lead by example

At Messer, our vision for Diversity & Inclusion is to create an environment where all of us accept, respect and value the differences of multiple identities and truly welcomes the diverse ideas and perspectives of individuals. In doing so, we shape an open and creative company culture, providing every individual an equal opportunity to thrive.

Together we value innovation, efficiency and flexibility. Putting safety first, working with integrity and respect, we encourage everyone to find solutions for success. That means for our customers and for our colleagues. This makes us a great place to build a career where your skills are valued and developed.


Apply today @Messer Careers.

Please feel free to check us out and see what we do!

If you need assistance with the application or would like to request an accommodation, call (877) 243-1030.

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