Assistant Plant Manager

Position Overview: The Assistant Plant Manager at Emory Dry Ice will be responsible for assisting with plant operations, including workforce management, production scheduling, and process optimization. The Assistant Plant Manager will assist the Plant Manager with the team to maintain operational efficiency, drive performance improvements, and make certain that all production processes are standardized and documented.

Key Responsibilities:

Workforce Support & Team Coordination:

• Assist the Plant Manager in leading and coordinating the workforce to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Support training efforts for new hires and existing staff in partnership with HR and plant leadership.
• Provide daily supervision and guidance to plant employees, addressing performance or attendance concerns as needed.

Production, Scheduling & Inventory Support:

• Help execute the daily production schedule and ensure alignment with labor and equipment availability.
• Monitor CO2 inventory levels and communicate replenishment needs to the Plant Manager.
• Oversee tote rotation and ensure availability of clean, properly labeled totes for daily use.
• Participate in inventory counts and ensure data is recorded accurately.

Data Entry & Operational Reporting:

• Record production data in tracking systems (e.g., daily production tracker, logs).
• Support the Plant Manager in reviewing production data to track performance metrics and identify trends or issues.

Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs):

• Follow all established SOPs and assist in training others to ensure consistent execution.
• Provide feedback on procedures to support ongoing updates and improvements.

Operational Efficiency & Improvements:

• Monitor the production floor and report inefficiencies, equipment issues, or safety concerns.
• Support the implementation of improvements to boost productivity and reduce downtime or waste.

Customer Service & Relationship Support:

• Assist in fulfilling customer orders accurately and on time.
• Maintain a professional and responsive relationship with customers and drivers during pickups and deliveries.

Financial Awareness:

• Assist with basic cost tracking, supply usage, and waste reporting to support financial efficiency.
• Gain exposure to plant budgeting and P&L management under the direction of the Plant Manager.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience preferred; Bachelor’s degree is a plus.
• 2+ years in a plant, warehouse, or operations role, preferably in a leadership or team lead capacity.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead by example and support a team-focused culture.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems like NetSuite is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Dependable and proactive with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Ability to prioritize and solve problems in a dynamic work environment.
• Willingness to learn and grow into greater responsibility.

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time, on-site role at the designated plant.
• Requires frequent standing, lifting (50+ lbs), and working in a cold, loud production environment.
• May include early mornings, late evenings, or weekend hours as operational needs dictate.

Emory Dry Ice is an Equal Opportunity Employer.