Plant Controller

About Justrite Safety Group

At Justrite Safety Group, we're more than just a collection of industrial safety companies; we're a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting people, property, and the planet. Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence.

As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for top talent to join our team as we lead the charge in revolutionizing industrial safety, ensuring that every worker returns home safe, every workplace remains secure, and our environment thrives for generations to come. With Justrite Safety Group, safety isn't just a priority-it's our passion.

The Contribution You'll bring to this Role:

The Justrite Manufacturing Site, Plant Controller will play a vital role in the businesses operating performance. The position will be responsible for oversight of the Justrite Safety Group site performance. This includes site financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, compliance and providing strategic advice to plant and BU management on key drivers influencing site performance. The Plant Controller plays a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial information for decision-making while at the same time driving a controlled environment that ensures integrity. The individual is expected to be an active participant in the plant level leadership team helping to drive improvements in site level performance. This individual will be a subject-matter expert in cost accounting that will lead to improved product line costing and helping to drive overall plant productivity across the site.

In this role, you will report directly to the Business Unit Controller, setting the stage for your career to soar! This role is your gateway to opportunities for advancement, with the potential to grow within the organization in 3-5 years as you make meaningful contributions to our organizational goals.

About the Team:

As a member of our Finance team, you'll be working with professionals dedicated to excellence and innovation. At Justrite Safety Group, you'll work alongside some of the best in the industry, collaborating on impactful projects that drive business success. Our team values precision, strategic thinking, and a passion for delivering results. Together, we create a supportive and challenging environment where you can grow your skills and make meaningful contributions to the company's financial strength and strategic goals.

What You'll Do at Justrite:

Site Financial Reporting:

• Leads financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes
• Prepares and delivers the plant financial forecasts and projections to Plant Leader
• Monitors the plant's monthly closing process in conjunction with the accounting team
• Communicates results effectively to management and non-financial personnel
• Provides in-depth analysis on variances to plan and forecast with the Site Ops Leader(s) as well as holding leadership accountable to plant budget & forecast
• Provides risk analysis for contingency planning

Budgeting and Forecasting:

• Participates in the development of annual operational objectives for the plant that are aligned to Corporate and the business unit strategic objectives
• Leads updating forecasts quarterly to provide a real time assessment of site results and the near-term outlook
• Monitors performance against budgets & forecast, providing insights and recommendations for improvement. Leads proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions to ensure facility financial results and shareholder value is optimized

Drive Plant Profitability & Productivity:

• Leads actions in line with achieving targets, mitigating risk, and helping to prioritize resource needs
• Leads proactive development of contingency plans, productivity improvement and corrective actions to ensure facility financial results and shareholder value is optimized
• Provides insightful and competitive analytics that anticipate change and drive decision making
• Provides investment analysis helping to outline the appropriate return on investment
• Educates plant personnel on key performance metrics and ensure those metrics are tracked with high audit standards
• Able to clearly understand, articulate and communicate the difference between hard savings that influence the P&L and type 2 or cost avoidance savings

Compliance, Regulatory Reporting and Internal Controls:

• Ensures that there is an effective and efficient system of internal controls including data integrity, asset protection, appropriate approval levels, budgeting, financial reporting, information systems and adherence to corporate policies and governmental regulations (GAAP, tax compliance, etc.)
• Comfortable working with the tax and corporate accounting teams to support tax filings and our annual corporate audit
• Help implement & maintain effective internal controls to safeguard company assets and ensure fiscal integrity of our systems and operating results
• Identify and mitigate financial risk through proactive analysis and control

Product Costing & Cost Accounting SME:

• Establishes and maintains standard costs for materials, labor, and overhead, updating them periodically to reflect operational or market changes
• Analyzes variances between actual and standard costs (material, labor, and overhead), identifying areas for improvement and cost reduction
• Prepares and analyzes cost reports, budgets, and forecasts to support operational and financial planning
• Identifies opportunities to optimize costs and improve production efficiency
• Ensure accurate valuation of inventory (raw materials, work-in-progress and finished goods)

Cross-Functional Leadership & Team Contribution:

• Works across organization boundaries and all levels of the site(s) to achieve plant and BU goals
• Supports plant events and leads/participates in teams (i.e. Kaizens, Green or Black Belt Projects, A3PS, etc.)
• Shares best practices with other JSG sites, i.e., process improvements, financial modeling and procedures changes.
• Aligns teams and resources to solve problems and drive results
• Provides support to team members at plant and is visible on the site floor

Your Skills and Expertise:

To ensure your success from day one in this role, Justrite requires the following qualifications at a minimum:

• Bachelor's degree in finance, Accounting or related field.
• +7 years or progressive experience with a heavy focus on manufacturing experience
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles, financial regulations, and compliance standards. Demonstrated knowledge of cost accounting principles and drivers of plant variances
• Proficiency in financial software and ERP systems (e.g., Syteline preferred, SAP, Oracle, Frontier, etc.)

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities
• Comfortable working on the plant floor and interacting with key site leadership

Compensation:

The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $100,000 to $120,000.

Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.

Benefits:

Our benefits package at Justrite Safety Group is designed to be the best in the industry, offering everything you need to support your career and personal well-being. You'll receive a competitive salary paired with an extensive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. We provide flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance. These options vary depending on the specific roles and business needs.

Your financial future is secure with our 401K plan, complete with a company match, and you're protected with company-paid short and long-term disability insurance. To ensure you're at your best, we also offer generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program that supports your overall health and happiness. At Justrite, our benefits package is designed to help you thrive both in and out of the workplace.

Why Choose Justrite Safety Group?

As a leading name in the safety industry, Justrite provides a platform where you can collaborate with some of the best professionals in the field, learning from experts and contributing to cutting-edge solutions. The company's commitment to excellence and innovation ensures that you'll be part of a team that is making a real impact. With a strong focus on career advancement, Justrite empowers its employees to thrive both personally and professionally, making it an ideal workplace for those looking to grow their careers in a meaningful and rewarding environment.

Join us and be part of a team dedicated to product excellence and making a positive impact in our company, and in our community!