Plant Manager

Plant ManagerFounded in 1967, ImageFIRST® is the largest and only national linen rental and laundry service specializing in the healthcare market. Acquired by private equity firm Calera Capital in 2018, ImageFIRST serves medical facilities nationwide providing linen, patient gowns, scrubs, and more while managing their clients' linen inventory for cost management. As leaders in infection prevention, they currently own and operate the most HLAC-accredited facilities in the industry. With one of the highest customer retention rates in the industry – 97% – ImageFIRST is dedicated to improving patient satisfaction and making staff happy with our white glove service!The plant manager will ensure the overall management and supervision of daily operations at our location healthcare laundry facility. This individual should be able to drive optimal efficiency, quality, and safety standards in production as well as continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence and productivity.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, motivate, and develop a team of supervisors, maintenance staff, and operational employees, ensuring a culture of accountability, consistent execution, collaboration, and continuous improvementOversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, labor forecasting, staffing, quality assurance, and equipment maintenance, ensuring smooth, efficient, and cost-effective workflowsEnsure adherence to all regulations incl. safety (employee and workplace), environmental, quality, and legal standards that maintain a safe and compliant working environment for all team membersDrive process enhancements via a strong understanding of continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma) that streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance operational efficiency and productivityManage plant budgets, monitor expenditures, and identify opportunities for cost reduction while maintaining high standards of quality and safetyDrive inventory management to ensure consistent materials supply and stocks, partnering with other teams (e.g., Procurement, Service, Logistics) as neededPrepare regular reports/updates for senior management on key performance metrics, including production goals, plant performance, and any operational challengesManage talent recruitment and development efforts that drive high employee engagement, capabilities, and skills building, as well as performance delivery, and talent succession planning at the plant levelCreate and manage 3rd party contractor relationships to ensure the seamless delivery of daily plant operationsPartner with Service teams to ensure Customer Advocates and customers receive their quality products in a timely mannerAble to travel to other company locations or supplier sites as needed (~10-15% travel may be required)Minimum QualificationsEducation: Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or business administrationExperience:5 - 7 years extensive work experience (commercial, industrial, maintenance preferred) in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment, with a proven track record in plant managementStrong end-to-end understanding of manufacturing management including safety, product delivery and quality, continuous improvement, regulations, maintenance and/or facilities, and compliance managementOperations management expertise (e.g., Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma certifications)Robust problem-solving, strategic thinking, and root-cause analysis for people management, process deviations, and complex challenges in alignment with advancing organizational goalsFinancial management experience including P&L, payroll, budgeting, and cost control at the plant levelProficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Word, Adobe, and ERP systems.Initiative-driven, action-oriented, individual with the interpersonal, analytical, organizational, time management, and communication (written/and or oral) skills required to lead, direct, and support diverse teams and stakeholders in a dynamic operations work environmentPreferred QualificationsMBA preferredPrior military experience is highly valuedPMP (Project Management Professional) certificationFamiliarity with Environmental Management Systems (ISO 14001/ISO 9001) and guidelines incl. OSHA, DOTGMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certificationExperience with manufacturing software tools and reporting systemsExperience in laundry processing, specifically in line balancing, preventative maintenance, and quality controls for linenCompany Values & BenefitsRequired Competencies:Be Respectful: Value all we come in contact withBe Remarkable: Create a positive moment with every interactionBe Safe: Keep ourselves and those around us safeBe Honest: Be guided by truthfulness in all we doBenefits:Weekly payMedical, Dental, VisionPet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance401k (match)Paid Time Off PackagePaid Parental LeaveTuition ReimbursementReferral ProgramGreat company cultureCollaborative team environmentEOE / Drug-Free WorkplaceWe are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.