Plant Manager

Job Description As the Plant Manager, you will development of site strategies to support the overall company goals and objectives of the plant operations for our 400+ employee manufacturing facility located in Brookings, SD. This role is responsible for executing the strategy that delivers the operational efficiency necessary to maintain high-quality standards, enhance safety measures, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and provides fuel for our Positive Associate Relations (PAR) culture. What You'll Do Lead and Develop Teams: Provide coaching to frontline leaders and staff; encourage engagement, communication, and collaboration. Champion Safety: Lead safety programs, enforce compliance, and cultivate a zero-incident culture. Implement LEAN & CI: Promote LEAN manufacturing principles, identify improvement opportunities, and reduce waste. Drive KPI Achievement: Oversee plant performance across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity metrics. Support Positive Employee Relations: Partner closely with HR; maintain open communication, fairness, and a strong team culture. Build Strong Relationships: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, senior leadership, suppliers, and community partners. Oversee Daily Operations: Ensure smooth and efficient production, resource planning, and equipment reliability.