The Role Youll Play
Are you an ambitious manufacturing finance professional, ready to take the next step to be a Plant Controller? In this role, you’ll work closely with the Plant Manager and other department leaders to help drive forward the financial goals of the site. The manufacturing environment will give you the opportunity to work hands-on out on the shop floor, collaborating with teams, and driving results. If you don’t want to sit in an office all day, enjoy working with people, are passionate about the manufacturing environment, and looking for room to grow, this might be the next great step for you!
Who You Are
- Not afraid to get out into a manufacturing operations environment to work shoulder-to-shoulder with plant leadership to resolve problems and challenges.
- Adept at problem-solving and finding new perspectives, always looking for areas to continuously improve and drive the organization forward.
- Flexible, willing, and quick to learn new processes, new technology, and new ways of thinking.
- A people person, able to quickly build rapport and relationships at all levels of the organization from the CEO to production operators.
- Skilled at leading people, both in a team setting and in a direct report relationship.
Company Profile:
This high-volume, fast-paced specialty tire manufacturer is an industry leader in its market segments. They have a flat leadership structure so they are able to move the needle toward positive change very quickly. There’s enough structure to keep everyone safe, but they’ve created a culture of innovation where you can test out your ideas, be entrepreneurial, and grow within the company. The mentor/coach leadership model along with a high value on cross-functional cooperation make this a very collaborative environment. If you are a self-motivated high-performer, who can proactively recognize areas of opportunity, present data-backed solutions, and then help implement the solutions in a hands-on way, this is the company for you!
Community – Jackson, TN
- Jackson is a hub of transportation and industry, both for the surrounding agricultural area and several major manufacturing facilities. You can read more about Jackson’s economic development and other great features here: https://jacksontn.com
- The town has a Southern culture vibe with a warm community, year-round farmers market, and historic buildings including a vintage 1950s bus station often used as a movie set.
- There are quirky, fun local amenities like Rusty’s TV and Movie Car Museum featuring many famous cars featured in popular movies, and beautiful scenery at the Cyprus Grove Nature Park with water views and walking paths.
- The Jackson, Generals, a AA Minor League baseball team, live music, movies in the park, and lots of local festivals and events make up the local cultural scene.
- Downtown Jackson is only about an hour from Memphis and an hour and a half from downtown Nashville giving you easy access to two major cities and the ability to live in or near an urban center and commute to Jackson.
- If you’re not a city person, property prices in Jackson are low making purchasing land affordable enough to have horses, ride ATVs, grow gardens, or have a small farm.
- Madison County has some great school options, you can read more here: Jackson Public School Rankings
- The cost of living in Jackson is 11% lower than the average in Tennessee and there’s no state income tax!
Background Profile
- 5+ years of financial experience in a lean manufacturing environment
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting, required
- Strong Excel skills and openness to learning new technology, required
- Some leadership experience a plus
- 1-2 years of Controller experience a plus
- MBA, CMA, or CPA a plus
The Role Youll Play
Are you an ambitious manufacturing finance professional, ready to take the next step to be a Plant Controller? In this role, you’ll work closely with the Plant Manager and other department leaders to help drive forward the financial goals of the site. The manufacturing environment will give you the opportunity to work hands-on out on the shop floor, collaborating with teams, and driving results. If you don’t want to sit in an office all day, enjoy working with people, are passionate about the manufacturing environment, and looking for room to grow, this might be the next great step for you!
Who You Are
- Not afraid to get out into a manufacturing operations environment to work shoulder-to-shoulder with plant leadership to resolve problems and challenges.
- Adept at problem-solving and finding new perspectives, always looking for areas to continuously improve and drive the organization forward.
- Flexible, willing, and quick to learn new processes, new technology, and new ways of thinking.
- A people person, able to quickly build rapport and relationships at all levels of the organization from the CEO to production operators.
- Skilled at leading people, both in a team setting and in a direct report relationship.
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Company Profile:
This high-volume, fast-paced specialty tire manufacturer is an industry leader in its market segments. They have a flat leadership structure so they are able to move the needle toward positive change very quickly. There’s enough structure to keep everyone safe, but they’ve created a culture of innovation where you can test out your ideas, be entrepreneurial, and grow within the company. The mentor/coach leadership model along with a high value on cross-functional cooperation make this a very collaborative environment. If you are a self-motivated high-performer, who can proactively recognize areas of opportunity, present data-backed solutions, and then help implement the solutions in a hands-on way, this is the company for you!Community – Jackson, TN
- Jackson is a hub of transportation and industry, both for the surrounding agricultural area and several major manufacturing facilities. You can read more about Jackson’s economic development and other great features here: https://jacksontn.com
- The town has a Southern culture vibe with a warm community, year-round farmers market, and historic buildings including a vintage 1950s bus station often used as a movie set.
- There are quirky, fun local amenities like Rusty’s TV and Movie Car Museum featuring many famous cars featured in popular movies, and beautiful scenery at the Cyprus Grove Nature Park with water views and walking paths.
- The Jackson, Generals, a AA Minor League baseball team, live music, movies in the park, and lots of local festivals and events make up the local cultural scene.
- Downtown Jackson is only about an hour from Memphis and an hour and a half from downtown Nashville giving you easy access to two major cities and the ability to live in or near an urban center and commute to Jackson.
- If you’re not a city person, property prices in Jackson are low making purchasing land affordable enough to have horses, ride ATVs, grow gardens, or have a small farm.
- Madison County has some great school options, you can read more here: Jackson Public School Rankings
- The cost of living in Jackson is 11% lower than the average in Tennessee and there’s no state income tax!
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Background Profile
- 5+ years of financial experience in a lean manufacturing environment
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, or accounting, required
- Strong Excel skills and openness to learning new technology, required
- Some leadership experience a plus
- 1-2 years of Controller experience a plus
- MBA, CMA, or CPA a plus