<p><strong>About the Role</strong></p><p>A manufacturing company is seeking an experienced <strong>Plant Controller</strong> to join its leadership team. This role partners closely with plant management to drive financial performance, ensure compliance, and provide meaningful insights that support operational excellence. The Plant Controller will oversee plant-level financial reporting, cost control, and budgeting while supporting strategic decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead monthly and annual financial close processes and support external audits.</li><li>Analyze manufacturing costs, variances, and process changes to assess impact on production.</li><li>Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting on standard vs. actual costs.</li><li>Develop and implement processes to monitor and control site spending.</li><li>Track performance against budgets and forecasts, recommending corrective actions as needed.</li><li>Oversee capital expenditure analysis and justification.</li><li>Manage inventory analysis, including cycle counts, obsolete/slow-moving inventory, and margin reviews.</li><li>Collaborate with production planners to resolve order issues and drive variance improvements.</li><li>Lead cost-reduction initiatives and make vs. buy analyses.</li><li>Prepare and present financial information to senior management.</li><li>Supervise and mentor a Plant Financial Analyst.</li></ul><p> </p><p><strong>BENEFITS OFFERED: </strong></p><ul><li>SALARY RANGE: $175,000-$200,000</li><li>Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision</li><li>Other Insurance: Life and AD& D</li><li>Retirement Plan: 401k with a 3% match</li><li>PTO: 80 hours of paid time off</li></ul>
Role Overview<br><br>This short-term contract role focuses on assessing and improving daily operations behind the scenes. You’ll be responsible for ensuring our team has what they need to succeed each day — from inventory to scheduling to systems — without working front-of-house. Your expertise will help us create a more efficient, sustainable café operation.<br><br>Key Responsibilities:<br><br>Inventory Management<br><br>Assess and refine current inventory systems<br><br>Monitor and adjust stock levels of food, beverages, and supplies<br><br>Recommend ordering and vendor adjustments to reduce waste and cost<br><br>Staff Support & Scheduling<br><br>Review employee schedules for coverage, efficiency, and balance<br><br>Ensure staff have the tools and supplies needed for daily operations<br><br>Identify gaps in workflow or processes affecting productivity<br><br>Operational Assessment & Improvements<br><br>Conduct a top-to-bottom review of existing back-of-house operations<br><br>Offer strategic recommendations based on experience running or managing cafés/restaurants<br><br>Identify quick wins and long-term improvements for sustainability and profitability<br><br>Financial Insights (as applicable)<br><br>Evaluate cost-saving opportunities<br><br>Help leadership understand cost drivers (inventory, labor, waste)<br><br>Support simple KPI tracking or reporting as needed<br><br>Ideal Candidate<br><br>Has owned, operated, or managed a café, restaurant, or similar foodservice business<br><br>Strong understanding of inventory, scheduling, vendor relationships, and back-end systems<br><br>Organized and solution-oriented, with a coach’s mindset<br><br>Comfortable working independently and advising a small team<br><br>Familiar with nonprofit or mission-based business models (a plus, not required)<br><br>Contract Details:<br><br>This is a short-term, project-based contract for the next 2–3 months<br><br>Flexible schedule; some on-site time required, but hours are adaptable<br><br>Compensation is hourly or flat rate depending on experience and availability<br><br>Opportunity to extend or consult longer-term if mutually agreed upon
<p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p>A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced <strong>Master Scheduler</strong> to develop, maintain, and optimize the production schedule to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products. This role works collaboratively with operations, procurement, engineering, and sales to align manufacturing capacity with customer demand, material availability, and company objectives. The ideal candidate brings experience in <strong>heavy or custom manufacturing</strong>, proficiency with <strong>ERP/MRP systems</strong> (Epicor experience preferred), and a proven record of improving scheduling efficiency and on-time delivery.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and maintain the <strong>Master Production Schedule (MPS)</strong> in alignment with customer demand, inventory goals, and capacity constraints.</li><li>Collaborate with <strong>Sales, Engineering, Procurement, and Production</strong> to ensure accurate job demand and lead time data.</li><li>Utilize <strong>ERP/MRP systems</strong> to release jobs, manage reschedules, and verify material and labor availability.</li><li>Analyze load versus capacity to prevent bottlenecks and maximize equipment and labor utilization.</li><li>Monitor and report on <strong>On-Time Delivery (OTD)</strong>, <strong>Work in Progress (WIP)</strong>, and <strong>Schedule Attainment</strong>.</li><li>Resolve scheduling issues related to material shortages, labor constraints, or unplanned downtime.</li><li>Participate in production meetings to provide visibility into job priorities and upcoming workloads.</li><li>Support <strong>continuous improvement</strong> and <strong>lean manufacturing</strong> initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times.</li><li>Maintain up-to-date documentation for scheduling processes, change orders, and configuration revisions.</li></ul><p><strong>Leadership Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide direction and guidance to scheduling and planning team members.</li><li>Support hiring, onboarding, and training activities within the scheduling function.</li><li>Assign tasks, monitor performance, and offer constructive feedback.</li><li>Promote a culture of <strong>accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement</strong> within the department.</li></ul><p><strong>BENEFITS OFFERED:</strong></p><p>-SALARY RANGE: $70,000-$80,000</p><p>- Healthcare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision</p><p>- Other Insurance: Life and Disability</p><p>- Retirement Plan: 401k with a company match up to 3.5%</p><p>- PTO: 2 weeks PTO and 10 paid holidays</p>
