Plant Manager

Plant ManagerLocation: New London, NCCompensation: $80,000 - $100,000 per year About the CompanyA well-established manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations within a fast-paced production environment. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving safety, quality, productivity, employee development, and continuous improvement while supporting the company's growth and expansion initiatives. Position OverviewThe Plant Manager will oversee all aspects of plant operations, including Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Warehouse functions. This individual will lead supervisors and production teams, drive operational performance, and foster a positive, accountable, and safety-focused culture. Key ResponsibilitiesDirect daily manufacturing operations to ensure safe, efficient, and productive performanceLead and develop supervisors and production teams while promoting accountability and teamworkEffectively manage multiple departments, including Production, Maintenance, Quality Control, and WarehouseOversee production planning and scheduling to meet customer demands and business objectivesMonitor productivity, efficiency, quality, workflow, downtime, and key operational metricsTroubleshoot production issues and implement corrective and preventive actionsCoordinate cross-functional activities to optimize plant performance and customer serviceMonitor scrap rates and lead waste reduction and continuous improvement initiativesDelegate responsibilities effectively and follow up to ensure execution and resultsChampion workplace safety and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirementsSupport capital improvement and facility expansion projectsQualifications5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience3+ years managing supervisors and production teamsExperience leading operations in a manufacturing environmentStrong production planning and scheduling experienceDemonstrated success managing multiple departments simultaneouslyExperience improving productivity, quality, and operational efficiencyStrong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and team development skillsAbility to analyze operational data and drive results through KPIs and performance metricsPreferred ExperiencePVC manufacturingPlastic extrusionPipe manufacturingBuilding products manufacturingChemical processingContinuous-process manufacturing environmentsLean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologiesBenefitsCompany-paid medical insuranceCompany-paid life insurance and long-term disability401(k) with company matchPaid vacation, holidays, and personal daysDental, vision, and supplemental insurance optionsEmployee referral bonus programIdeal Candidate: A hands-on manufacturing leader with a proven ability to build strong teams, improve operational performance, manage plant growth, and create a culture centered on safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.