Job Description

Plant Manager

AJM Packaging Corporation

El Cajon, California

Salary: $180,000 - $220,000

Bonus: Performance Based

Position Overview –

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of America’s leading manufacturers of paper products, including paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, has an immediate opening for a highly motivated and accomplished plant manager in El Cajon, California. This position will be fully responsible for all production output, machinery and equipment, manufacturing and administrative processes and personnel and report to the company’s Director of Manufacturing. The successful candidate will distinguish his/herself from other applicants by their confident demeanor, “can do” attitude, unrelenting drive and innate ability to command respect, make decisions and lead. 

Responsibilities & Duties –

• Supervise and manage all plant functions, including Production & Inventory Control, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Shipping/Receiving, Warehousing, Quality Assurance and Human Resources.
• Supervise and manage effective corrective, predictive and preventative maintenance programs. Supervise and manage all manufacturing processes and personnel to meet or exceed daily production goals on a consistent basis.
• Supervise and manage all Quality Assurance policies and procedures for detection and remediation of damaged and/or defective purchased product, work-in-process (WIP) and finished goods.
• Supervise and manage plant purchasing and inventories to increase turns, minimize cost, avoid out-of-stocks and facilitate efficient scheduling.
• Safeguard the health and safety of all employees and avoid legal jeopardy to AJM through strict compliance with all AJM, OSHA, state, local and federal rules and regulations.
• Safeguard all company assets, including intellectual property, against theft and/or damage through effective employee training, testing and certification programs and strict enforcement of company security and plant visitation policies.
• Ensure all customer orders are shipped complete, on time and accurately.
• Ensure plant is fully staffed, employees properly trained and equipment fully functional at all times.
• Ensure all production lines are set-up, crewed and operated efficiently and continuously look for opportunities to increase/improve productivity.
• Leverage plant resources to meet or exceed all KPI’s, most importantly productivity, quality, waste, safety and budget.
• Maintain neat, clean, well-organized and well-maintained manufacturing, warehouse and administrative areas, free of partial pallets and damaged goods.
• Play an active role in plant recruiting, employee relations and performance management. Review and approve all new hires, promotions, demotions, transfers and raises. Personally interview all management level candidates, participate in, and approve all annual reviews.

Minimum Requirements –

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Business, Engineering, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Must be 18 years of age
• 10-12 years of manufacturing experience, including at least four (4) in management and a significant amount in fast paced, high volume production environments, paper converting experience a plus but not required.
• Strong management, leadership, organizational and administrative skills, able to multi-task and stay cool under pressure.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office 365 Skills, advanced level preferred.
• Mechanically inclined with strong problem solving skills.
• Hands on, walk around plant floor management style.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, relate to and motivate all employees.

Benefits -

At AJM, our comprehensive “Cafeteria Benefits Plan” and “Flexible Spending Arrangement” (FSA), truly sets us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you’ll receive a comprehensive package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage.

Summary of Benefits –

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Cafeteria Benefits Plan
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us -

AJM was originally founded as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit’s Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit’s southwest side, where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded, but the company’s commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers’ entrepreneurial spirit, “can do” attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company’s success from the very beginning. We’re still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they’ve come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development -

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees’ skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You’ll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information -

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AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.

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