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Assistant Plant Manager

The Palmer Group

The Assistant Plant Manager supports overall facility operations by partnering with plant leadership to drive safety, operational performance, continuous improvement, and cost management initiatives. This role helps ensure production objectives are achieved while maintaining quality standards, developing team capabilities, and supporting a culture of accountability and operational excellence. The position also plays a key role in analyzing performance metrics, managing budgets, leading improvement efforts, and providing leadership continuity across the operation. Apply today!


Work Model:

  • On-Site
What You Will Do:
  • Partner with plant leadership to oversee daily operations and support achievement of production, quality, safety, and service goals
  • Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity gains, process optimization, and cost reduction
  • Monitor operational and financial performance metrics, identify trends, and implement corrective actions as needed
  • Assist with budget planning and expense management, including evaluating opportunities to improve spending efficiency
  • Coordinate equipment maintenance and inspection activities to minimize downtime and maintain operational reliability
  • Coach, develop, and hold leaders and team members accountable to established performance expectations
  • Support hiring, training, employee relations, performance management, and workforce development initiatives
  • Collaborate with cross-department stakeholders to resolve operational challenges, improve communication, and maintain customer satisfaction
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, operations management, or a related field required
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive manufacturing or operations management experience
  • Leadership experience beyond front-line supervision, including responsibility for operational performance and team development
  • Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement methodologies, process optimization, and performance measurement
  • Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to manage budgets, interpret operational data, and support strategic decision-making
  • Effective communication, organizational, and coaching skills with the ability to lead in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Benefits Overview:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401k
  • Pet Insurance
  • HSA/FSA
  • EAP
  • 6 weeks parental leave

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Jordan Dougherty at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.
Vacancy posted 1 day ago
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