Plant Controller

About the role

As a Plant Controller, you will play an important role in the Operations Finance team at our Oak Creek, WI manufacturing plant. You will go beyond numbers to become a strategic partner and leader within the plant's leadership team, shaping and influencing key financial decisions that drive operational excellence and long-term success. You will report to the Operations Finance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with plant leadership to develop and implement performance improvement plans that enhance productivity and optimize costs, fostering a culture of financial discipline and operational excellence.
• Lead and coordinate the plant-wide budget process, working across all departments to set achievable productivity and cost-saving targets.
• Utilize detailed and forward-thinking analytics to identify key areas for financial improvement and provide actionable insights that drive decision-making.
• Work with various departments, including Operations, Supply Chain, and Demand Planning, to align financial strategies with broader business objectives.
• Partner with the plant leadership team to develop and execute a strategic roadmap for capital spending, prioritizing critical projects to ensure they are delivered on time and within budget.
• Conduct thorough post-completion evaluations of significant investments to ensure financial and operational objectives are met and integrate lessons learned into future projects.
• Take a leadership role in optimizing inventory health across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, collaborating with the MRO store room team to ensure inventory accuracy and manage excess and obsolete inventory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or related field.
• 6+ years of experience in cost accounting or financial support within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of influencing financial results and leading cross-functional teams.
• ERP experience required; Oracle preferred.

Schedule

In-person work Monday through Thursday with the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

Benefits

• Excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits.
• Matching 401k + retirement savings.
• Paid Vacation and Holiday pay.

About Us

PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets enhance surfaces through innovation, sustainability, and color. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030 focuses on being customer champions, acting with purpose and speed, excelling as operators, and competing to win while fostering a strong, united, and passionate workplace.