Plant Director

Plant Director Iowa Salary & Benefits

$150,000 - $175,000 (negotiable) + Up To 20% Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits

The machinery works.

The products ship.

The customers are served.

But that's not why this role exists....

This role exists because great businesses are built by great leaders.

We're looking for a Plant Director who can create an environment where people know what's expected, feel supported to succeed and take pride in the standards they deliver every day.

The site has been through significant change over the last few years.

• New leadership.
• New systems.
• New expectations.

Now comes the important part.

Creating a culture that people want to be part of.

• A culture where accountability isn't feared.
• Where problems are solved, not hidden.
• Where leaders are visible.
• Where teams know someone has their back while still being challenged to perform at a higher level.

This isn't about walking into a broken plant and fixing it.

It's about taking a site with strong foundations and helping it become the best version of itself.

• You'll inherit a team that is ready for leadership.
• People who want clarity.
• People who want consistency.
• People who want someone willing to spend time understanding the operation, developing talent and creating an environment where high performance becomes the norm.

Success won't be measured solely by production numbers.

It will be measured by:

• Stronger leadership capability
• Higher engagement
• Better accountability
• Improved execution
• A culture people are proud to be part of

The operational systems already exist.

The challenge is bringing them to life through people.

You've likely led manufacturing operations before.

You may currently be a:

• Plant Manager
• Plant Director
• Site Leader
• Manufacturing Manager
• Operational Leader

Industry experience is valuable - food, dairy, proteins is essential.

Leadership experience is essential.

We're looking for someone who:

• Leads from the front
• Builds trust quickly
• Holds people accountable fairly
• Develops future leaders
• Creates clarity and structure
• Enjoys driving positive change
• Brings energy and presence to the operation

Someone who understands that culture isn't a poster on a wall.

It's what happens every day when nobody is watching.

• You'll join a business operating in one of the strongest growth categories within food manufacturing.
• A company with ambitious plans, strong leadership and a track record of investing in both people and operations.
• Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to leave a lasting impact.
• Not just on performance metrics.
• But on the people, the culture and the future success of the site.

If you're the type of leader who believes great results start with great people, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.