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