Plant Manager

Lead. Optimize. Transform.

We're seeking a results-driven Plant Manager to provide overall leadership and strategic direction for a large and/or complex manufacturing facility (or multiple plants). In this role, you'll be accountable for plant performance across safety, quality, cost, service, and people-while fostering a strong culture of continuous improvement.

This role may include responsibility for assistant plant managers and senior leaders and plays a critical role in driving operational excellence and long-term business success.

What You'll Do

As Plant Manager, you will own and lead all aspects of plant operations, ensuring products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and within cost parameters-while meeting regulatory and customer requirements.

Operational Leadership

• Direct and oversee all plant operations, including production, processing, packaging, quality, maintenance, warehousing, shipping, purchasing, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Set production priorities and optimize the use of labor, equipment, and resources to meet safety, quality, sanitation, and cost standards.
• Analyze production, quality, maintenance, and operational data to identify trends, address gaps, and ensure compliance with product specifications, customer requirements, and regulatory standards.
• Ensure immediate escalation and resolution of non-compliance issues per established protocols.

Continuous Improvement & Performance

• Champion a culture of Continuous Improvement (CI) focused on productivity, quality, cost, safety, and employee engagement.
• Develop, monitor, and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) across safety, quality, productivity, and financial performance.
• Evaluate plant operations to maintain an industry leadership position and adopt new technologies, processes, and best practices.

Financial & Strategic Accountability

• Own plant P&L performance and partner with Finance to deliver accurate forecasting, budgeting, and month-end close activities.
• Lead the development and execution of annual operating, capital, and expense budgets.
• Manage capital and expense projects to support plant growth and efficiency.

People & Culture

• Lead, coach, and develop plant leadership teams; provide mentoring, training, and performance feedback.
• Recruit, hire, evaluate, and retain top talent using sound judgment within HR policies and practices.
• Build strong succession plans and support career development for high-potential leaders.
• Communicate company strategy, plant goals, and performance expectations clearly and consistently across all levels.

Compliance & Stakeholder Engagement

• Oversee all corporate, customer, and government audits, ensuring audit readiness and compliance.
• Maintain safe working conditions and full compliance with company, state, and federal health, safety, food safety, and environmental regulations.
• Partner with customers to meet expectations related to service, quality, operations, and financial performance.
• Ensure compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and company regulatory standards.

What We're Looking For
Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Bachelor's degree in a related field (preferred)
• 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
  Food and/or beverage manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• 2+ years of management experience
• Demonstrated success improving safety, quality, service, and cost performance
• Required certifications/licenses may be obtained during employment

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of manufacturing process flow and continuous improvement methodologies
• Solid knowledge of regulatory requirements and facility compliance standards
• Proven financial acumen, including budgeting and cost control
• Effective leader and coach with experience developing high-performing teams
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to make independent decisions and manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills across all levels of the organization
• Comfortable navigating change and leading through complexity
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing systems
• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking)

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to lead a critical, high-impact operation
• Influence strategy, culture, and results at the plant and enterprise level
• Work in a fast-paced, performance-driven manufacturing environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer
An Equal Opportunity Employer including Disabled/Veterans