Plant Manager

Plant Manager – Job Description

Under the direction of the VP of Manufacturing, the Plant Manager is responsible for all functions and results of the three‐shift building operations. The ideal candidate is a result‑oriented, hands‑on manager focused on continuous improvement driven by data. Additional attributes include energetic leadership qualities focused on safety, quality, cost, and the happiness of associates. Prior pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, or food‑processing plant managerial experience, along with a passion and drive to lead and motivate a high‑performance team, are important.

The role involves adhering to Safety Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) that are required for assuring the quality, quantity, and cost of product produced.

• Assure safe operations via review of procedures and training, and establish, communicate, implement, and enforce safety programs and procedures.
• Develop tracking protocols for safety, quality, and OEE to improve efficiency in the plant and establish protocols to achieve the company’s short‑ and long‑term objectives.
• Generate and review plant performance data.
• Oversee plant operations and ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Monitor and enforce quality control standards.
• Perform data analysis to identify areas of improvement, implement continuous improvement programs, and monitor results on the production floor.
• Schedule plant operations to meet quality and production plans at lowest cost possible.
• Develop and/or approve all plant operating policies with approval from appropriate departments.
• Direct, manage, and develop supervisory personnel to ensure safe and efficient operation of the plant.
• Modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of the division.
• Comply with and assure Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) are followed.
• Responsible for following City, State, and Federal codes and regulations, including EPA and OSHA regulations and standards.
• Manage associates by making themselves available to staff, providing regular performance feedback, and developing subordinates’ skills and encouraging growth.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Must comply with Safety protocols, GMP requirements; specific functions and documents will be discussed in GMP and on‑the‑job training.
• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Science preferred.
• 10 years of management experience; experience in the pharmaceutical/dietary supplement industry is a plus.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated experience and desire to make operations run at ever improving levels of performance.
• Ability to lead as well as work effectively in a team.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Fluency in Spanish would be beneficial, but is not a requirement.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Pet insurance.
• Additional benefits may be offered.

All qualified applicants must successfully clear a drug screening process that tests for all illegal substances in accordance with federal guidelines.

Piping Rock Health Products, INC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.