JOB TITLE: Plant Manager
JOB TYPE: Direct-Hire
LOCATION: Cherry Hill, NJ – On-site
START DATE: October/November 2026
SHIFT: Monday–Friday, 1st Shift
We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead a growing operation and strengthen its people, processes, and overall performance. This role is ideal for a hands-on leader who can build structure, establish accountability, develop teams, and improve operations in an evolving environment.
Responsibilities- Lead daily plant operations with responsibility for performance, productivity, quality, safety, and execution.
- Build a culture of accountability by setting clear expectations, addressing performance issues, and developing employees and leaders.
- Coach, mentor, and evaluate team members while supporting workforce stability and continued organizational growth.
- Improve operating processes, workflow, capacity, standard work, and overall efficiency.
- Establish and track meaningful performance measures, identify gaps, and drive corrective actions.
- Lead structured problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts across the operation.
- Support equipment reliability and ensure maintenance priorities are aligned with production needs.
- Develop scalable operating practices and processes that support future growth.
Qualifications- 5+ years of leadership experience within a manufacturing or production environment.
- Demonstrated success leading teams, holding employees accountable, and improving workplace culture.
- Proven ability to succeed in an evolving operation where processes and structure are still being developed.
- Experience improving production systems, workflow, process controls, and overall operational performance.
- Working knowledge of continuous improvement and structured problem-solving methodologies.
- Strong judgment and the ability to independently prioritize issues, make decisions, and manage multiple operational priorities.
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent professional experience.
EOE STATEMENT:
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.