Plant Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Plant Manager
Platteville, WI | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity

Lead a Growing Manufacturing Team That Makes an Impact
L&M Corrugated Container Corp. is looking for a passionate, hands-on Plant Manager to lead operations at our Platteville facility. This is an opportunity for a driven manufacturing leader to shape performance, build culture, and develop teams within a rapidly growing, family-owned company with over 40 years of success in the corrugated packaging industry.

At L&M, our purpose is simple:

“A passionate family, making a positive impact on the world.”

We are seeking a leader who believes in accountability, continuous improvement, safety, and servant leadership — someone who can inspire teams while delivering operational excellence.

What You’ll Do
As Plant Manager, you will oversee all day-to-day plant operations while driving continuous improvement across production, safety, quality, and team development.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery
• Develop and coach supervisors and production teams to achieve operational goals
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve productivity
• Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions when needed
• Create a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
• Allocate labor, equipment, and resources effectively to maximize plant performance
• Partner with leadership to execute strategic initiatives and long-term operational goals
• Oversee scheduling, maintenance, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and production workflows
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
• Analyze operational data and metrics to improve efficiency and profitability
• Support employee engagement, performance management, and team development

What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications

• Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced production setting
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in corrugated packaging or related manufacturing industries
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement training
• Experience with ERP or production management systems (Amtech experience is a plus)
• College degree preferred

Leadership Traits That Succeed at L&M
We’re looking for someone who:

• Safety first mindset
• Leads by example
• Build trust and accountability
• Balances customer needs with operational execution
• Knows when to coach, delegate, or jump in to help
• Brings energy, urgency, and positivity to the team
• Thrive in a growth-focused environment

Why Join L&M Corrugated?

• Family-owned company with strong values and long-term stability
• Growing organization with advancement opportunities
• Team-oriented culture focused on people and performance
• Opportunity to make a visible impact on plant success
• Supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional travel may be required

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