Plant Manager

The Plant Manager will take full ownership of daily plant operations, leading a team of production supervisors and staff across integrated foam and paper converting lines. You'll be responsible for hitting volume and quality targets, driving down scrap and downtime, and building a plant culture centered on safety and continuous improvement.

Location : Tolleson, AZ | Hours : M-F 8-5 | Type : Direct-hire | Compensation: $120-150k/year with Bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Lead production across foam, paper cup, and lid manufacturing lines to meet daily output and quality goals
• Optimize thermoforming and converting equipment to reduce scrap and boost throughput
• Manage a team of supervisors and shop floor personnel, with several direct reports at the leadership level
• Champion a strong safety culture with a goal of zero recordable and lost-time injuries
• Control raw material costs and manage inventory of resins, paperboard, and inks
• Maintain consistent product quality for food service customers, minimizing complaints and quality-related business loss
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the plant
• Coordinate maintenance schedules across foam and paper production equipment
• Partner with sales and supply chain on scheduling and new product introductions
• Ensure compliance with GMP, food safety, HACCP, and SQF standards
• Develop and train team members at all levels, building bench strength for succession

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience as a Plant Manager in a manufacturing environment
• Background in automotive, packaging, or plastics manufacturing strongly preferred
• Engineering background with solid operations management experience running a sizable plant
• Hands-on experience with plastics thermoforming and/or paper converting
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred
• Strong mechanical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Lean manufacturing experience a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A self-motivated, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment