Plant Operations Specialist

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider Applying Here, If You Want ToWork in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact. Develop lasting relationships with great people. Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Plant Operations SpecialistThe Operations Specialist is responsible for ensuring quality assurance and the production team meets scheduled goals. This entails a range of oversight of work including ensuring production plans are optimal to meet sales demand and optimize production, track availability of raw materials, ensure production plans are executed for maximum performance, and adherence of material flow process through manufacturing systems. Other duties include the development of cost-effective measures with the aim of achieving exceptional business practices.Essential FunctionsEnsure quality assurance throughout the production processLiaison between the Supply Chain planning and raw material replenishment teams so that production goals are metEnsure optimal production plan, track raw material deliveries and availability to support production runs, and oversee execution locally of production activitiesDevelop cost-effective measurements to track performance and achieve exceptional business practicesManage changes in the production plan and ensure all plant team members are aligned to ensure successful executionEnsure both RM and FG inventories are systematically updated and up-to-dateEnsure proper injection & batching liquid consumption and completionsEnsure proper FG systematic completions and end of run reconciliations within 24 hrs of work order completionReport out and assist in reconciling any RM or FG discrepanciesDevelop action plan to address scorecard performance and lead teams to execute action items stemming from those resultsAssist in audits of inventory processes related to shipping and receivingPoint of contact for inventory reporting requirements from customer or HQ (corporate headquarters)Support plant continuous improvement processes by collaboration with all plant management team and HQ to drive process improvement and complianceUtilize data-driven, structured problem-solving tools, including Six Sigma to improve process capability, reduce variation and optimize performance. Impart these tools to the work teams as appropriatePlease note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:2 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment2 Years – Experience in Position0 Years – Experience managing people/projectsexperience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment4 Years – Experience working in Position 2 Years – Experience managing people/projectsexperience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesStrong understanding of industry market and conditionsStrong knowledge of technical software that is specific to the industryExceptional analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSharp business acumen and financial projectionHigh regard for quality assuranceStrong organizational and time-management skillsStrong understanding of systematic material flowThis position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectationsEducationMinimum Required:Bachelor's Degree in Business Management or related field.Preferred:Master's Degree in Business Management or related field.Certification/LicenseRequired: N/APreferred: N/AForeign Language Required: None RequiredPreferred: None RequiredBenefitsOur Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation timePaid parental and caregiver leavesMedical, including virtual care optionsDentalVision401(k) with company matchHealth Savings Account with company matchFlexible Spending AccountsExpanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family membersFamily Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursementsIncome protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident planSpecial discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc. Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunitiesAnd more!https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Employment agencies that have fee agreements with Niagara Bottling, LLC and have been engaged on a search shall submit résumé to the designated Niagara Bottling, LLC recruiter or, upon authorization, submit résumé into this career site to be eligible for placement fees.Niagara Plant NameTEMPLE