Plant Manager

The ideal candidate will have experience managing both a production facility and a team. They should be able to analyze each step of the manufacturing process and make effective use of resources to deliver desired outcomes. The candidate will also have an ability to follow safety and compliance guidelines diligently in order to create a healthy work environment for all employees.  The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of a fast‑paced, high‑volume, 24/7 manufacturing facility. This role ensures uninterrupted operations across all shifts while driving safety, quality, delivery, cost control, and employee engagement. As the senior on‑site leader, the Plant Manager aligns plant performance with business objectives and fosters a culture of accountability, urgency, and operational excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesOperations & ProductionLead and oversee fast‑paced 24/7 manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, throughput, and consistencyEnsure production plans meet customer demand, delivery targets, and inventory objectivesBalance labor, materials, and equipment utilization across multiple shiftsDrive consistent execution of standard work, escalation protocols, and shift handoffsRapidly identify and remove constraints in a high‑output manufacturing environmentPrioritize meeting deadlinesWork closely and collaboratively with all departments and with personnel at all levelsSafety, Quality & ComplianceOwn site‑wide safety performance and regulatory compliancePromote a proactive safety culture in a continuous‑operation environmentEnsure product quality meets internal specifications and customer requirementsLead root cause analysis and corrective actions for safety, quality, or downtime eventsMaintain compliance with internal, customer, and regulatory auditsLeadership & People DevelopmentBuild and develop a leadership team capable of operating in a fast‑paced, 24/7 environmentEnsure strong supervision, communication, and engagement across all shiftsEstablish succession plans for critical operational rolesPartner with HR on staffing, performance management, and employee relationsSet clear expectations while reinforcing accountability, urgency, and teamworkPrioritize cross training and upskillingPromote employee engagementContinuous Improvement & Cost ManagementDrive Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiativesImprove KPIs including OEE, scrap, downtime, labor efficiency, and cost per unitLead kaizen events and structured problem‑solving activitiesDevelop and manage the plant operating budgetExecute productivity, cost‑reduction, and capacity‑improvement initiativesMake recommendations for enhancements and improvements related to systems, personnel, policies and practices.Take ownership of labor costs and work to minimize overtimeMaintenance & ReliabilityEnsure equipment reliability to support non‑stop productionPartner with Maintenance and Engineering on preventive and predictive maintenance strategiesSupport capital planning and equipment upgrades that improve safety and throughput QualificationsRequiredBachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Manufacturing, or related field (or equivalent experience)7–10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experienceProven success leading fast‑paced, high‑volume, 24/7 manufacturing operationsStrong understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement toolsDemonstrated ability to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost resultsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to administer progressive discipline and corrective action as necessaryPreferredLean, Six Sigma, or similar certificationsExperience in time‑sensitive or high‑output manufacturing environmentsExperience with SAP Working Conditions & ExpectationsFactory environmentOpen availability for off‑shift, weekend, and emergency support as neededFrequent presence on the production floor