The Plant Manager is accountable for strategic operational oversight of a continuous manufacturing operation, including ensuring safety and quality standards, optimizing efficiency, cost management and leading a team of employees to meet the plant and organizational goals.The Plant Manager will:Lead and foster a plant safety culture through the operation, meeting all company and statutory requirements using the assigned processes and leader standard work for safetyLead daily plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery and cost targets are met or exceededPromote a culture of accountability and teamwork within the plantDevelop capabilities of direct reports through mentoring, training, and coachingWork with plant leadership to develop and implement succession planning and talent management program Responsible for the implementation of O-I's quality system by adhering to all quality standardsWork with plant leadership to maintain productive employee relations.  Promotes and supports team building and employee empowerment Establish a culture of operational excellence.  Works with appropriate plant leadership team to develop a plan for process improvement in the plant, including technological improvements, training to improve employee skills, and identifying opportunities to reduce costs Collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as engineering, quality, finance, HR, etc. to identify opportunity for enhancing product quality, reducing costs, and improving overall plant efficiency with goal of improving productivity and marginResponsible for leading and managing the hourly workforce in alignment with the terms of the multi-site Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).  This includes full compliance with all contractual obligations, labor laws, and company policies.  Fosters a collaborative relationship with the union leadership, proactively addressing concerns and promoting open communication.  Through partnership with the Union, drives employee engagement, supports a positive work environment, and champions initiatives that enhance workforce morale, productivity, and operational excellence.Ensures compliance with Company policies, OSHA, EPA and other regulatory agencies The Plant Manager should have:Effective cost management of all controllable cost elements, ensuring this is achieved at the right level of the organization, at the department level to ensure ownership and accountability for cost Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers Ability to interact with all levels of management, both external and internal to O-IExcellent change management and people skills Strong communication and presentation skills Ability to manage changing priorities 
