Plant Manager - Lubricants

Summary

CHS, Inc. has an exciting opportunity for a Plant Manager at our Lubricants plant in Inver Grove Heights, MN. We are seeking a dynamic individual to manage and oversee our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will be highly motivated, entrepreneurial, innovative, detail-oriented with excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical, organizational, and people management abilities.

Join us and be part of a team that values innovation and excellence in manufacturing!

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire plant operation according to divisional objectives while maintaining the efficiency necessary to achieve a high-quality product and maximize profit.
• Manage all operating budgets, capital planning and special projects.
• Oversee and be actively involved in inventory management, inventory control, product quality, production, shipping and receiving costs and efficiencies.
• Maintain quality system compliance and certifications, developing both short- and long-term strategies to maintain plant quality and competitiveness into the future.
• In partnership with the Environmental, Health & Safety (EH&S) personnel, support programs as directed by CHS to meet Federal, State, and local requirements and ensure facility is in compliance.
• Manage the staff through responsible training, clear job assignment definition and explanation, correct deficient performance, and effectively reward and develop all employees.
• Provide work direction to staff.
• Evaluate the results of overall operations regularly and systematically and report these results to management.
• Oversee, monitor, and enforce all company policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships and lines of communication with employees, customers, and vendors.
• Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies, procedures, and regulations. Identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• High School diploma or GED.
• 4+ years of experience in operations or business operations.
• Prior leadership experience with progressively advancing level of leadership responsibilities.

Additional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree preferred in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering
• Supervisory experience
• 7+ years in manufacturing, including:
  • Financial management
  • Mechanical aptitude and manufacturing processes
  • Raw materials, production, and quality control
  • ISO, TQM, and Lean principles
  • EEOC, OSHA, and EPA regulations
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience in the Energy industry
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, JD Edwards) and inventory control systems
• Experience managing in a union environment preferred
• Pre-employment screening is based on the job requirements and industry guidelines and may or may not be required for the position. If required, selected candidates must pass pre-employment screenings to include all or a combination of drug, criminal, motor vehicle check, physical requirements and FMSCA Clearinghouse.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.