Production Manager, Biosciences at The Mosaic Company

Posted in Other about 4 hours ago.

Type: Full Time
Location: Plant City, Florida





Job Description:

The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world's leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash-two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.

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Production Manager, Biosciences

The Production Manager's primary responsibility is to support our sales initiatives to plan, organize and ensure that the product is developed successfully. The role will oversee the manufacturing, production, and distribution of our fertilizer products, and directly manage 2-4 full-time production employees as well as temporary hourly associates. Duties include inventory control, work orders, leading others and personally operating various types of manufacturing equipment, while maintaining a safe, clean and organized working environment, and setting the example for crucial EH&S standards. Daily, the Plant Manager has the autonomy to make key decisions which will directly affect the overall performance of the facility.

Where will you work: On-site - Plant City

What will you do?


  • Oversee plant operations including production, field, warehouse, shipping and receiving, maintenance and office management; ensure compliance with federal and state regulations; develop and/or approve all plant operating policies.


  • Support commercial team to manage and fulfill all sales orders; forecast and schedule production timelines, ensure availability of raw material and staff needs to deliver quality products, on time.


  • Identify all possible sources of raw material while monitoring quality and cost effectiveness; negotiate supplier and vendor contracts and ensure the quality of all purchased supplies and services.


  • Establish and monitor plant operating budget; identify and implement improvements to positively affect profitability. Recommend purchases of all capital equipment and plant expansion.


  • Work with third-party shipping companies to schedule product shipments and deliveries.


  • Establish, communicate, implement, and enforce safety programs and procedures.


  • Monitor and enforce quality control standards.


  • Lead and execute ongoing safety initiatives.


  • Direct, manage and develop personnel to ensure efficient and safe operation of the plant.


What do you need for this role?


  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, Finance, Engineering or related areas.


  • 4-8 years in Plant Management


  • Experience managing crews of 10-50 people


  • Experience in Brewery, Fertilizer, Chemical, or Petrochemical industry preferred


  • Strong knowledge of maintenance and electrical, mechanical, PLC control systems and instrumentation


  • Knowledge of standard safety practices


  • Knowledge about Procurement tools like Strategic Sourcing, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and Cost Breakdown.


  • Knowledge of finance concepts (raw material costs)


  • Skills to conduct strategic projects.


  • Ease of dealing with conflicts, collaborative communication, proactive and knowledge in how to work in multidisciplinary teams.


  • Good sense to prioritize activities and time organizing.


  • Identify opportunities and suggest improvements.


  • Forklift Certified


  • Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook


  • Knowledge of QuickBooks preferred


Benefits Offered by Mosaic:


  • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance


  • Paid vacation and sick time


  • Tuition Reimbursement


  • 401k company matching


  • Optional HSA plan with company match


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