Plant Controller at Plastipak

Jackson Center, Ohio, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
ManufacturingIndustries

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance
  • Minimum of 5+ years of accounting experience
  • Minimum of 3 years of manufacturing experience, preferably in accounting or operations
  • Working knowledge of costings, AP/AR, forecasting and budgeting, variance analysis, and balance sheet reconciliation
  • Working knowledge of GAAP
  • ERP system experience, preferably SAP

Responsibilities

  • Lead the budgeting, forecasting, planning, costing, and reporting cycles for the site
  • Responsible for the Plant’s compliance with the Company’s accounting policies and procedures
  • Work with Plant Leadership to develop action plans to achieve targets
  • Control the monthly physical inventory and valuation process, as well as the perpetual inventory control system
  • Use research and analysis skills to identify & report negative impacts to the P&L, along with recommendations for improvement
  • Serve as subject matter expert to the site regarding financial matters and act as the liaison between the site and Corporate Accounting

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

BudgetingForecastingCostingVariance AnalysisGAAPSAPERPAPARBalance Sheet ReconciliationInventory ControlP&L Analysis

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered to Plastipak Associates?

Benefits include Wellness Programs, Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision), EAP, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401(k) with matching and profit sharing, Paid Time Off starting at 80 hours in the first year, and more like Tuition Assistance and Pet Insurance. Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements.

Is this Plant Controller position remote or on-site?

The role is based at the Jackson Center, OH location, requiring on-site presence as the financial business partner for the plant.

What qualifications and skills are required for the Plant Controller role?

Candidates need a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years of accounting experience, 3+ years in manufacturing (preferably accounting or operations), working knowledge of costings, AP/AR, forecasting, budgeting, variance analysis, balance sheet reconciliation, GAAP, and ERP systems like SAP.

What is the salary for the Plant Controller position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for the Plant Controller role at Plastipak?

Strong candidates have a Bachelor’s in Accounting or Finance, 5+ years accounting experience including 3+ in manufacturing, expertise in costing, forecasting, GAAP, and ERP like SAP, plus skills in analysis and partnering with plant leadership.

Plastipak

Produces sustainable plastic packaging solutions

About Plastipak

Plastipak specializes in producing plastic packaging solutions, particularly lightweight PET bottles, using advanced hot fill injection blow molding technology. This process creates durable packaging suitable for various liquid products, ensuring they remain shelf-stable. The company stands out from competitors by focusing on sustainability through its "bottle to bottle" recycling approach, which transforms used bottles into new ones, significantly reducing waste. Plastipak's goal is to provide custom packaging solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clients, ranging from large corporations to smaller businesses, while also enhancing operational efficiency through its global recycling centers and logistics services. The company is committed to innovation, with dedicated centers for developing new packaging technologies.

Plymouth Township, MichiganHeadquarters
1967Year Founded
DEBTCompany Stage
Food & Agriculture, Industrial & Manufacturing, Consumer GoodsIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Relocation Assistance

Risks

Leadership transition as CEO William C. Young steps down may cause strategic shifts.
Patent litigation risks, highlighted by the 2020 lawsuit against Premium Waters.
Increased competition in the plastic aerosol packaging market from major players.

Differentiation

Plastipak leads in sustainable packaging with its 'bottle to bottle' recycling approach.
The company offers custom packaging solutions tailored to diverse client needs globally.
Plastipak's innovative SprayPET Revolution is a fully recyclable, metal-free aerosol container.

Upsides

Growing demand for sustainable packaging boosts Plastipak's market position and innovation.
Partnership with LanzaTech reduces carbon footprint in PET production, enhancing sustainability.
Expansion of recycling centers, like in Toledo, Spain, aligns with circular economy trends.

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