Plant Manager
Job in
Columbia, Lexington County, South Carolina, 29228, USA
Listed on 2026-10-12
Listing for:
Princeton Search Partners
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-12
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Production Manager, Operations Management, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Are you a manufacturing leader who knows how to improve performance— and bring people along with you?
Our client, a leading CPG manufacturer, has an immediate need for a Plant Manager. The successful candidate will lead all manufacturing operations, strengthen plant performance, and build an engaged, accountable team.
This opportunity calls for a leader who is visible on the floor, understands daily operations, and achieves results through effective delegation, coaching, and follow-through.
Key Responsibilities:- Lead production, warehouse operations, and plant teams
- Drive safety, food quality, sanitation, and SQF compliance
- Improve yield, labor efficiency, costs, and customer service
- Set clear expectations, communicate priorities, and recognize achievements
- Identify root causes and implement lasting operational improvements
- 10+ years of experience in high-speed manufacturing
, including proven leadership experience - Food or beverage manufacturing experience a MUST
- A track record of turning around plant performance
- The ability to motivate teams, earn trust, and create accountability
- Strong coaching and delegation skills—you develop leaders and empower others to deliver
- A collaborative, approachable style with the confidence to address difficult issues
- Sound judgment, adaptability, and a proactive approach to solving problems
- A commitment to building long-term success at the facility
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;
Princeton Search Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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