Plant Manager (Direct Placement for Client) SIGMADESIGN has collaborated with a global company seeking an experienced Job Title to join their facility in Gresham, OR. This company has been operating for over 50 years and is recognized as the world’s leading synthetic diamond and super-materials producer. This is a full-time permanent opportunity that offers excellent benefits including 4 weeks PTO in addition to 40 hours of sick time, as well as structured career and professional development.  What is offered + Choice of excellent health plans + Dental and vision plans + 401k plan and safe harbor with company match up to 6% + Annual bonus up to 25% + Generous vacation (4 weeks of PTO + 1 week of Sick Time) + Salary: $160,000 - 210,000 Primary Function: The Plant Manager is ultimately responsible for the facility delivering on operational targets and objectives associated with employee wellbeing, production output, cost efficiency and capital projects. Building on a culture developed to ensure everyone can Thrive, you will role model a continued drive for simplicity and accountability for “Zero Harm” while upholding the company’s values.  You will be the most senior person on site and report to the COO. Key Stakeholders + Site Management Team & a team of 70+ Engineers, Technicians, Operators and Site Support Staff + Element Six Executive Team + Element Six Head of CVD Operations + Element Six Head of Innovation + Customers + Key suppliers + Local authorities Essential Job Functions - Responsibilities: + Accountable for all Health & Safety performance and reporting on the Gresham Site + Responsible for achieving annual production & cost targets as per budget. + Responsible for executing the long-term vision and objectives for the Gresham operation, including determination of short and medium-term Goals towards the long-term vision. + Responsible for the line management of the Operations and Engineering teams; setting Key Objectives and KPI’s, and holding Senior Departmental Managers accountable for results. + Coordinate with Financial Controller to establish site budget and forecast. + Coordinate with Human Resources to establish policies and make decisions regarding benefits, pension, etc. + Decision maker as it pertains to Supply Chain management processes e.g. Demand & Supply balancing, and setting out Inventory and/or Stocking philosophy, decisions on Make / Buy. + Manage contractual relationships with Suppliers / Customers. + Maintain up-to-date site Business Continuity Plans. + Responsible for long-term Capital Expenditure plans for Business Continuity, New Capabilities, Repair & Maintenance, and Capacity Growth. + Responsible for all staffing decisions related to senior staff in the Operations and Engineering functions, as per the agreed budget. + Senior level interaction with various internal & external stakeholders, including local authorities, customers, and Group colleagues. + Formal performance reporting. Education and Experience: (Knowledge, skills, & abilities) + Education. Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a Science or Engineering discipline. + Experience.   A minimum of 10 years in progressively complex manufacturing leadership roles. + Adaptability. Ability to work in a fast-moving work environment. Comfortable with leading change. + Presence.    Ability to typically spend 5 days per week on site. + Flexibility.     Ability to travel internationally & to work across time zones. + Decision Making.   Makes clear, timely decisions and gives explicit and clear guidance.  Decisions are focused on increasing or improving the company’s options and are owned. + Development.           Comfortable working to develop the behaviour and performance of the team. + Simplifies.   Avoids Complexity - does not over-engineer solutions and stays focused on the problem being solved. Considers the implications of local decisions across the whole organization. + Accountability. Looks beyond what is good for the business.  Holds self and others to account. Understands that no-one sees the complete picture and values perspectives from across the business. + Leadership. Self-motivated and comfortable taking on responsibility. Demonstrable experience of mentoring and coaching. + Collaboration. Understands the importance of and communicates effectively. + Travel: Occasional travel to company worksites in Europe (2-3 trips annually) + Background. Pass a post offer background screening, which may include a criminal check and validation of qualifications Work Environment Standard office environment with normal office related conditions. Occasionally may be required to travel as required to other facilities, clients or suppliers.   SIGMADESIGN is an Equal Opportunity Employer Powered by JazzHR