Director of Manufacturing
 Wis-Pak, Inc. | |
paid holidays, 401(k)
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 United States, Wisconsin, Watertown | |
| 860 West St (Show on map) | |
 Mar 04, 2025 | |
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ABOUT US
Wis-Pak is a leading manufacturer and distributor of Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Bubbl'r, and other popular beverage brands. We are one of the largest independent bottler cooperatives in the Pepsi system with production facilities throughout the Midwest. We are a billion-dollar organization on the cusp of innovative growth. We are seeking a take-charge leader with proven manufacturing operations experience to work onsite as a Director of Manufacturing at our Watertown, WI location. ABOUT YOU * Ambassador for safety, quality, the employee, and the customer * Self-starter with passion for the job, and demonstrate a high degree of creativity and innovation * Humble leader focused on 'finding right' rather than 'being right' * Able to work collaboratively and effectively with all levels of employees, management, vendors, and customers * Able to demonstrate strong organizational, analytical, communication, and planning skills, and the ability to effectively supervise and / or influence others as needed * Ability to make timely decisions based on the data available WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING * Support the development and implementation of standardized EHS programs and processes to drive a safety-first culture * Support the development and implementation of standardized Food Safety and Quality programs and processes. * Foster and support the Wis-Pak Mission, Culture and Values * Track overall performance for each of the manufacturing facilities and deliver remedy plans as required * Standardize activities across the manufacturing network to reduce variation in supply levels to the customers * Drive automation and improvement initiates to reduce and optimize conversion costs without detriment to safety, quality, or service level * Facilitate and promote the use of automated data capture to drive quick data driven decisions * Cascade learning across the manufacturing network * Sponsor and lead key projects through the OBEYA and HOSHIN processes * Collaboratively develop performance goals and objectives for Facility Managers * Develop longer term plans (2-5 years) for future packages and production capacity to support the trends of the business as they change * Collaborate with Human Resources in the areas of talent, performance management and succession planning * Support excellent communication between the facilities, functional directors and the central departments to solve problems and ensure smooth operations * Provide input into the development of the annual capital plan and long-range capital plan * Support Facility Managers to develop an annual plant operating budget * Provide routine performance reports and action plans for monthly OBEYA and BOD meetings WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE * Minimum of 8 years plant management experience * Minimum of 3 years multi-site experience * Experience in a high pace manufacturing environment * A Bachelor of Business/Engineering degree or similar * Ability to travel to multiple sites in central USA WHAT WE OFFER * Competitive salary and bonus potential * Comprehensive health benefits * Generous PTO and paid holidays * 401(k) with company match * Profit-sharing plan * A people-centric, collaborative, and performance-focused work culture If you're ready to step into a Director level role and make a difference, we want to hear from you! Apply today and help us lead Wis-Pak to new heights. DISCLAIMER The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request. Wis-Pak is an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled | |