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.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- 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
Throughput & Efficiency
- 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
Team Leadership & Accountability
- 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
Food Safety & Compliance
- 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
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- 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
Qualifications
- 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
What We Offer
- Competitive base salary with performance-based upside
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 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.
