Operations Specialist (Manufacturing)

Piedmont Plastics is the leading independent and privately held distributor of performance plastics in North America. . Our products are used in industrial markets such as OEMs, food processing, aerospace, semiconductor/electronic, oil and gas, transportation, marine, POP, and sign and graphics to name a few. Since first opening our doors in 1968 with just one location and five employees, Piedmont has grown to over 50 locations across North America, employing over 650 individuals.

At Piedmont Plastics, we are a family, and believe our people are the foundation of our success. Our company culture is engrained in every facet of our business, and we are devoted to maintaining an enjoyable, open, and supportive atmosphere across the organization. We care about and respect one another by demonstrating integrity in everything we do and take pride in giving our employees the ability to thrive in a growth-oriented environment.

Our diverse workforce brings passion to the mission of Piedmont Plastics every day – to be best-in-class in the distribution of performance plastics. Our materials can be found in every industry market segment, and we are concentrated on satisfying our customers with expert product knowledge and a solutions-focused mentality. 

Join a team that works together in a collaborative and winning environment to continuously exceed customers' expectations. After all, Piedmont Plastics is “where solutions take shape!”.

We are currently seeking an Operations Specialist to add to our Operations team. The Operations Specialist assists the branches to improve the performance of operations throughout the company including warehouse layout, workflow, process improvement, maintenance of equipment, infrastructure issues, and other areas of operations.

This position can be out of any location where there is currently a Piedmont Plastics branch and be open to approximately 40-50% travel outside of the office including overnight travel.

In this role, you will be required to:

• Audit branch operations to insure compliance with company operational, quality and safety standards and procedures
• Conduct safety, quality, and operations training at the branches
• Assist the branches and the Director of Operations in the evaluation and acquisition of equipment
• Assist in developing new company-wide programs to support branch operations
• Work on special projects as directed by the Director of Operations
• Assist in the development and implementation of safety procedures and documents
• Assist in the design and implementation of safety and operational training programs for branch personnel
• Be knowledgeable of government regulations that apply to Piedmont Plastic's warehouse operations such as OSHA and DOT regulations

An ideal candidate will possess:

• Previous Operations Management experience not required but preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of OSHA policies and procedures
• Ability to multitask and solve practical problems

What Piedmont Plastics offers:

• Industry leading wages ($75k-85k)
• A generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K matching savings plan and paid time off. 
• Automobile and Cellular Allowance
• Education Reimbursement
• A chance to work in a growing and exciting industry 

No phone calls from applicants or staffing firms, please

Piedmont Plastics is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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