Plant Manager

Azenta Inc.

At Azenta, New Ideas, New Technologies And New Ways Of Thinking Are Driving Our Future. Our Customer Focused Culture Encourages Employees To Embrace Innovation And Challenge The Status Quo With Novel Thinking And Collaborative Work Relationships.All We Accomplish Is Grounded In Our Core Values Of Customer Focus, Achievement, Accountability, Teamwork, Employee Value And Integrity

Job Title

Plant Manager

Job Description

Azenta Life Sciences is dedicated to enabling life science organizations around the world to bring impactful breakthroughs and therapies to market – faster. Our solutions across genomics, sample sourcing, storage, informatics, and automation will accelerate discovery, development and delivery, with greater speed and precision.

Our Springfield, MO facility produces innovative cryopreservation solutions for life science research and therapies. We have developed tailored solutions that improve efficiencies and usability through innovative designs, voice of customer and manufacturing techniques. Our unique approach is made possible through our experience, attention to detail, compassion, and commitment to quality. Join us in helping to make the world a healthier place!

How You’ll Add Value…

The Plant Manager will directly manage a team and own and drive Key Performance Indicators (KPI) for department including safety, quality, delivery, and productivity Leverage data analytics to identify, prioritize, and drive root cause corrective actions.   Manage all aspects of Production process to ensure aggressive growth expectations are achieved along with the management of Freezer service to ensure customer satisfaction on all fronts.

The right candidate will work closely with Director, Manufacturing Operations to build a world class manufacturing operation.

What You’Ll Do…

The right candidate will possess a deep knowledge of manufacturing process and direction with the following:

• Experience in hands on Manufacturing process, direction and process controls.
• Experience leading a manufacturing direct labor workforce to predetermined end goals. 
• Understanding of the importance of time management and daily goal setting to achieve desired results. 
• Ability to communicate effectively in both shop floor settings and at executive reviews 
• High energy with the desire to grow business to industry leadership
• Manage the service department to coordinate delivery of warranty parts and travel planning /requirements of Service Techs.

We are looking for a skilled manufacturing person with tenacity and strong problem-solving skills to ensure the shop floor is always able to overcome the obstacles that will arise to achieve desired goals.

What you will Bring…

• Associates degree in Business with at least ten years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with Safety Protocols (people and product) regarding cryogenic freezers
• Technical aptitude including complex machinery and cryogenics
• Strong verbal and written communications skills required
• Result driven with the ability to set goals and work independently to accomplish them with minimal supervision
• Ability to multitask handling multiple priorities simultaneously

Working Conditions/ Schedule

• Must be available and willing to travel, domestically and internationally as needed based on business needs.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, scaffoldings, and use Personal Protective Equipment.
• Must be able to work in awkward positions and in confined spaces.

If Any Applicant Is Unable To Complete An Application Or Respond To A Job Opening Because Of A Disability, Please Email At Recruiting@Azenta.Com For Assistance.

Azenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

United States Base Compensation: $94,000.00 - $117,000.00

The posted pay range for this position is an estimate based on current market data and internal pay structure. Final compensation may vary above or below this range depending on factors such as experience, education (including licensure and certifications),  qualifications, performance, and geographic location, among other relevant business or organizational needs.