Plant Manager

Career Opportunities:
Plant Manager (36457)

Requisition  
36457 – Posted –
Tipton, IA, 52772 – CPS Tank –
Xerxes –
United States

As the Plant Manager, you will lead the overall performance and continued growth of our Tipton manufacturing facility, overseeing a team of approximately 90 employees. This is a stable, high-performing plant entering a scaling phase, where your focus will be to build on a strong safety foundation while increasing production capacity, improving quality, and driving operational efficiency. You will play a critical role in advancing plant performance by being highly visible on the shop floor, engaging a diverse workforce, and driving accountability through strong leadership, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement practices.

Success in this role means delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, and throughput while sustaining a culture of engagement and accountability.

Base Salary range: $140,000 – $165,000, plus an annual bonus

• Safety Leadership
  • Champion a safety-first culture with a strong, visible presence on the plant floor
  • Build on an already strong safety foundation and further strengthen proactive safety engagement
  • Lead incident prevention, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
  • Drive employee accountability and ownership for safety performance
• Quality Excellence
  • Improve product quality and reduce quality escapes while scaling production
  • Implement structured problem‑solving practices to address quality issues
  • Reinforce a culture of accountability for product integrity at all levels
• Team Leadership & Development
  • Lead, engage, and influence a diverse workforce of approximately 90 employees
  • Build a culture of accountability where performance gaps are addressed directly
  • Develop leaders and employees through coaching, expectations setting, and feedback
  • Foster a results‑oriented, high‑performance culture
• Operational Excellence & Productivity
  • Drive production growth and increased output targets
  • Improve throughput, efficiency, and schedule adherence
  • Apply strong problem‑solving capabilities in an environment without a mature CI program
  • Lead execution through hands‑on leadership and daily management practices
  • Ensure efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials
• Financial & Performance Ownership
  • Contribute to cost control and financial decision‑making with strong business acumen
  • Support capital project implementation and operational improvements
  • Drive performance against key metrics including safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Strategic & Growth Leadership
  • Support plant scaling initiatives while maintaining operational stability
  • Build on an already strong foundation rather than leading a turnaround
  • Partner cross‑functionally to support growth and operational priorities

• Required
  • 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or operational environments
  • Proven ability to lead teams, drive results, and hold employees accountable
  • Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to operate independently
  • Experience working in hands‑on, floor‑based leadership roles with high visibility
  • Demonstrated career progression and strong tenure
  • Computer literacy and ability to work within operational systems
• Preferred
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Experience in a manufacturing environment undergoing growth or scaling
  • Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement practices
• Leadership Profile & Success Factors
  • Results‑oriented and highly motivated, with a strong focus on execution
  • Comfortable addressing issues directly and holding teams accountable
  • Ability to influence and engage a diverse workforce
  • Hands‑on leader who is highly visible on the plant floor
  • Self‑sufficient with strong critical thinking and decision‑making ability
  • Ability to balance safety, quality, and productivity in a growth environment

Why Join Mattr?

• Medical, dental & vision coverage with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with company match, vested immediately
• Attractive incentive bonus plans
• Employer‑paid Life, AD&D, and Long‑Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue
  365, Life Mart & more)