Plant Manager

Plant Manager Lowell, Massachusetts $120,000 - $150,000 + Benefits Most Plant Manager roles are about keeping production running. This one is about leading an operation that depends on people, performance, and continuous improvement. You’ll take ownership of day‑to‑day plant operations, working closely with supervisors and production teams to ensure quality, safety, and delivery targets are achieved. With a large workforce and established operation behind you, you’ll have the opportunity to influence how the facility performs while helping develop the next generation of leaders. This is a chance to join a stable manufacturing business with a strong reputation and play a key role in shaping the future of the operation. What You’ll Be Doing Lead day‑to‑day plant operations across production teams Support and develop supervisors across multiple shifts Drive a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence Monitor productivity, quality, labour, materials, and equipment performance Identify bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement initiatives Work closely with internal teams to keep production aligned with business needs Mentor and develop employees to support long‑term growth and succession planning What We’re Looking For 6‑8+ years of plant, production, or manufacturing leadership experience Background in heavy manufacturing, fabrication, or industrial production Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement Engineering, industrial, or related technical qualification preferred Experience leading large teams in a fast‑paced environment Hands‑on leadership style with strong problem‑solving ability Benefits Medical, dental, and vision coverage Company‑paid life insurance Company‑paid short‑term disability 401(k) with 100% company match on the first 5% contributed Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for wellness‑qualified employees Voluntary life, accident, critical illness, and hospital coverage options #J-18808-Ljbffr Novax Recruitment Ltd