Plant Manager
Listed on 2026-09-23
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Management, Manufacturing & Industrial Operations, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
A growing private manufacturing company in the greater Denver area is seeking a hands-on Plant Operations Manager to lead production, logistics, and day-to-day plant operations. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who wants true ownership, thrives in a smaller manufacturing environment, and enjoys building strong teams, processes, and accountability.
This is not a large corporate manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys rolling up their sleeves, leading from the floor, and treating the operation as if it were their own business.
Why This Opportunity?- Stable executive leadership team with long tenure and strong collaboration
- Growing, private-equity-backed manufacturer with significant investment in future expansion
- Visible leadership role with direct influence on plant performance
- Opportunity to make an immediate impact and leave your mark on the operation
- Team-oriented culture with down-to-earth leadership and employees
- Successful company serving critical industrial and manufacturing markets
- Lead all plant operations including production, logistics, inventory flow, and facility performance
- Manage and develop a team of direct reports
- Drive operational efficiency, productivity improvements, and process consistency
- Establish accountability while maintaining a positive, team-focused culture
- Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Partner with leadership to execute operational strategies and support company growth
- Ensure production schedules, quality standards, and customer commitments are met
- Identify opportunities to improve workflows, reduce waste, and optimize resources
- 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience
- Experience leading teams of 10+ employees
- Background in smaller to mid-sized manufacturing environments
- Hands-on operational leadership style with strong follow-through
- Process-driven mindset with the ability to improve how work gets done
- Strong coaching and team-development skills
- Humble, approachable communicator who earns respect through actions
- Comfortable working directly with production teams and solving day-to-day challenges
- Experience overseeing production and/or plant operations
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
- Plant Manager, Production Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar leadership experience
- Experience in equipment manufacturing, industrial products, assembly, fabrication, or related manufacturing environments
- Experience in single-shift manufacturing operations
- 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting eligibility
- Stable, long-term career opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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