Plant Manager

MAU is hiring a Plant Manager for our client in Portage, WI.

As a Plant Manager, you will oversee the safe, ethical, and efficient operation of a chemical manufacturing facility while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and capital project execution. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

Shift Information

• Portions of the plant operate on a 24/7 schedule
• Other areas operate 24 hours per day, 5 days per week
• Occasional weekend production required

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience leading managers and hourly employees in a chemical or similar manufacturing environment
• Previous management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Project management experience involving the installation of new equipment, including reactors and systems, within an existing facility using capital expenditure funding

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master's degree in Chemical Engineering
• Experience working in Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated facilities
• Working knowledge of ISO Quality and Environmental Standards
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

General Requirements

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Operational Excellence, safety, and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Excellent communication and active listening skills
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate data from multiple sources and make informed decisions
• Ability to align teams with strategic goals
• Financial acumen to improve material usage, plant costs, and volume management
• Experience in plant leadership within a manufacturing organization, preferably in the chemical industry
• Experience with process improvement and engineering
• Experience managing capital projects
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management
• Experience with talent acquisition and employee development

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct while representing the company
• Maintain high standards in safety, industrial hygiene, environmental stewardship, and quality
• Foster a culture of safety and teamwork through employee engagement
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental requirements while advancing sustainability initiatives
• Ensure timely delivery of products that meet customer quality requirements
• Leverage available resources to continuously improve safety, sustainability, quality, delivery, cost, and operational efficiency
• Implement a Daily Management System to track, report, and review key operational KPIs with business and division leadership
• Support strategic plans and objectives for the businesses served by the facility
• Develop processes to scale and implement new products
• Manage labor relations in accordance with company policies
• Maintain inventory within established limits to support short-term and seasonal demand
• Prepare and maintain records required to manage and control operations
• Hire, train, and adjust staffing levels to meet sales demand while maintaining budget and standard cost targets
• Lead capital projects that strengthen health, safety, sustainability, infrastructure, cost reduction, new product development, and capacity expansion
• Provide leadership and direction to managers and employees through performance management, coaching, recognition, performance reviews, salary planning, career development discussions, and relationship-building initiatives
• Drive employee engagement and accountability to achieve operational goals and business results

Working Conditions

• Chemical manufacturing facility environment
• Site currently undergoing a capital expansion project
• Facility includes operations running continuously on varying production schedules