Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Our client is seeking a hands-on, high-impact Plant Manager to lead daily operations across production, fulfillment, and packaging. This role is built for someone who owns the floor, drives execution, and leads from the front in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

• Lead end-to-end plant operations across production, fulfillment, and shipping
• Drive execution against aggressive timelines in a short lead-time environment
• Maintain full visibility across all active orders and proactively ensure on-time delivery
• Ensure daily operational readiness, including staffing, materials, and production priorities

• Optimize output across all departments by identifying and eliminating bottlenecks
• Drive labor efficiency while managing payroll within budget
• Implement process improvements to increase throughput without unnecessary cost
• Balance workflows to maintain consistent and efficient production flow

• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams
• Establish clear performance metrics and hold teams accountable to results
• Foster a culture of ownership, urgency, and continuous improvement
• Align closely with Scheduling and Planning to execute realistic production plans
• Adjust labor and resources in real time based on operational demands

• Ensure full compliance with GMP, FDA, HACCP, and all food safety standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready facility
• Partner with QA/QC to ensure product quality, consistency, and regulatory compliance

• Work closely with Customer Service, Sales, and Operations leadership
• Communicate order status, risks, and recovery plans clearly and proactively
• Support new product launches and ensure operational readiness

• 7–10+ years of plant or operations management experience
• Background in food production, packaging, or regulated manufacturing required
• Experience in high-mix, high-volume environments with short lead times
• Strong expertise in throughput optimization, labor planning, and production execution
• Proven leadership in fast-paced, execution-driven environments
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of GMP, FDA, and HACCP standards preferred

• Competitive base salary with performance-based upside
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k)
• Opportunity to lead a critical operation within a growing, entrepreneurial company
• A culture centered on accountability, speed, and continuous improvement

If you're a leader who thrives on the floor, takes ownership of results, and knows how to drive performance in a fast-moving environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.