Associate Director-Operations

Associate Director-Operations

Requirements

• B.S. degree in Engineering or comparable field
• Minimum of five (5) years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience
• Excellent knowledge of plant operations, product quality, cost control and business development
• Demonstrated ability to exhibit Westlake Behaviors
• Demonstrates excellent problem-solving abilities, and effective management skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate in a written and verbal manner
• Willing to travel up to 50% as needed

Responsibilities

• Manage, lead, and direct all responsibilities associated with multiple manufacturing facilities
• Direct reporting responsibilities for Plant Manager(s) of the assigned facilities
• Oversight and effective management of key personnel to ensure ‘best in class’ performance in key areas; Safety, Production, Quality, Preventative Maintenance, and Cost reduction/optimization
• Identifies growth options with Operations Director and peers as appropriate, based on Siding and Trim Solutions strategy
• Plans and coordinates major projects including installation of capital, major repairs, plant layout changes, and other needs as identified
• Responsible for keeping the Director-Operations updated on all performance metrics (monthly at a minimum) and more frequently based on need and criticality
• Audits and ensures the operation of the plants to meets OSHA, EPA regulations and Company standards
• Conduct or participate in periodic performance and communication meetings with all employees to share corporate vision, plant performance status, change management, community involvement activities, training and motivational efforts
• Maintain compliance with Royal’s, Westlake’s and regulatory entities’ requirements
• Manage plant spending, AFE proposals, annual plant budgets and execution
• Train and develop Plant Managers, Production Superintendents and other key management personnel
• Manage resources and ensure success of Six Sigma Projects, Profit Improvement Plans, and other cost reduction initiatives
• Ensure the effective utilization and availability of plant assets
• Oversee safety programs and maintain compliance with all relevant agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference for previous experience in management of multiple facilities or multiple organizations