Plant Manager

3D-Fuel is a U.S.-based manufacturer of high-performance 3D printing filament. We produce advanced materials including PLA+, PETG, PCTG, and recycled filaments, serving customers worldwide through e-commerce and distribution. As we expand production capacity, we are looking for a Plant Manager to lead and scale our manufacturing operations. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for running the plant and improving operational performance. You Will Own Production output and efficiency Equipment utilization and uptime Staffing and production readiness Product availability across key SKUs Continuous improvement of manufacturing systems Success in this role is measured by Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) Production throughput In-stock inventory levels Scrap reduction and downtime minimization What You’ll Do Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations across extrusion lines Ensure production lines are fully staffed and operating effectively Improve OEE through better uptime, throughput, and quality Plan production to maintain high availability of core products Reduce scrap and eliminate causes of downtime Build and manage a strong production team Improve processes, changeovers, and operational systems Work cross-functionally with warehouse and fulfillment What We’re Looking For 5+ years of manufacturing or plant operations experience Experience managing production teams in a hands‑on environment Strong operational and problem‑solving skills Ability to balance efficiency with real‑world production demands Preferred Plastics manufacturing or extrusion experience Familiarity with OEE or similar metrics Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability Compensation Base Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 Performance Bonus: $15,000 – $25,000 annually (paid quarterly) Bonus is driven by: Operational efficiency (OEE) Product availability (in‑stock SKUs) Continuous improvement initiatives Why This Role Matters This role is critical to scaling 3D‑Fuel’s manufacturing operations. You will have direct impact on production performance, product availability, and the company’s ability to grow. Location Fargo, North Dakota (on‑site) Growth Opportunity As the company scales, this role has the potential to evolve into broader operational leadership. #J-18808-Ljbffr