Job title: plant operations directorabout the role:the successful candidate will have overall responsibility for managing plant operations, including production, quality, engineering, human resources, materials and accounting. The role requires a strategic thinker who can develop and implement plans to achieve business objectives.key responsibilities:develops and recommends short and long-range objectives consistent with corporate guidelines.coordinates subsidiary operations and activities with appropriate corporate departments.maintains appropriate communications within and between various functional areas within the organization.reviews organizational and manpower plans to ensure they are consistent and adequate for attainment of objectives.administers plant operations within company guidelines pertaining to quality, human relations, customer relations, safety and security.evaluates forecasts, establishes material and human resource requirements, and implements necessary directives for efficient production.provides grievance and personal counseling and keeps employees informed of policies, procedures, and operational changes.supports administration of salary and personnel policy programs.monitors plant activity and takes proactive actions to ensure maximum profitability of plant operations.establishes and maintains necessary communications and coordination with peers, subordinates, supervisors, vendors, customers, the community, and government agencies associated with and/or affected by various plant activities.maintains a good labor/management relationship.confers with customers regarding plant procedures and status of programs, projects, and operations as they pertain to their particular needs.evaluates and responds to profit/loss statements, operation reports, and performance records to ensure expected performance levels.determines schedules, forecasts, and budgets for plant resources, equipment, supplies, facilities, and promotions.supports approval of all requests for plant capital expenditures, payroll budgets, and financial resources to balance investments with productivity.ensures proper management development.