This position is responsible for achieving financial goals (revenue and margin) of the JBF operation through:

• Managing the operation on-site in NY

The role will direct and manage all manufacturing activities, including but not limited to, the manufacturing process, staffing levels, inventory management. This person develops and implements manufacturing strategies that are in line with company objectives as a leader to achieve operational excellence, increase productivity and foster business expansion. Responsibilities include overseeing production operations, ensuring the manufacturing process runs smoothly, efficiently and on budget. It is expected that he / she will effectively interact with JBF leadership from President, Plant Manager, Shift-Supervisors, Project Manager, and Head of HR. He / she will maintain a very close working relationship with the leadership team to achieve the agreed upon business objectives.

Competency Emphasis

• Industry Knowledge
  • Plant Management – Maintains advanced knowledge of manufacturing best practices and standards and continuously improves on them
  • Department Management – Knowledge of department management including schedules, training, supervision, delegation and policies and procedures
• Leadership & Navigation
  • Leadership Knowledge – Serves as a leader by providing resources and addressing employee concerns
  • Succession Planning – Emphasizes learning and development to increase department effectiveness
  • Results- & Goal-Oriented – Supports the department in maintaining schedules, budgetary estimates and multiple project goals
  • Resource Management – Effectively manages the resources available to meet planned projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen
  • Knowledge of industry codes and standards 
  • Effective Administration – Develops and maintains broad-based knowledge of operations.
• Consulting
  • Understanding Client Needs – Ensures company and client solutions are on time, on budget and represent company standards
  • Creativity and Innovation – Analyzes projects and develops solutions to problems in innovative ways: looks for solutions       independently and reports findings to supervisor
• Communication
  • Verbal/Written – Facilitates and transfers knowledge between company and clients as well as internally between departments
  • Active Listening – Remains open to all concerns and suggestions provided both internal and external
• Cultural Effectiveness
  • Cultural Awareness and Respect – builds cross-cultural relationships and partnerships between company its vendors and clients
• Relationship Management
  • People Management – Effectively delegates and monitors responsibilities
  • Empathy – Understands and appreciates multiple points of view and emotions related to challenges, interpersonal conflict or other relevant issues requiring their attention
  • Human Engagement – Develops personal connections with peers, employees, vendors, clients and their agents
  • Mentorship – Provides opportunities for learning and development to employees

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related field.
• CI for ASME 
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in plant/general management in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of relevant leadership experience.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and maintain quality service while under pressure.
• High level of conscientiousness and attention to detail.
• Ability to work alone or within groups as necessary.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills 
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic.
• Experience and / or ability to work effectively in a turn around situation.