OverviewPLANT OPERATIONS CAREERS
Plant ManagerLead a healthcare laundry plant.
Where [Clifton, NJ]
Reports to General Manager / Regional Vice President
As Plant Manager, you'll lead the full plant (production, maintenance, quality, and logistics) with accountability for safety, budget, and the healthcare customers who depend on clean, safe linen every day.
What you'll own- Lead and manage the Safety & Health Program within the production environment.
- Lead, motivate, and develop a team of supervisors, maintenance staff, and production associates.
- Oversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, labor forecasting, staffing, and workflow optimization.
- Drive process improvements using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Manage plant budget, including labor, maintenance, and operational expenses.
- Oversee inventory management to ensure consistent material supply and stock levels.
What you need- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration required.
- 5-7 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong end-to-end understanding of plant operations, including safety, quality, maintenance, and compliance.
- Proven experience managing P&L, budgeting, payroll, and cost controls.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and ERP systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Physical requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift up-to fifty (50) pounds.
- Comfortable working in a plant/production environment.
- Ability to push and pull carts of linen regularly.
- Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and work boots.
Bonus points
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma methodologies preferred.
- PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
- Willing to relocate- GOE flexibility.
- Prior military leadership experience (e.g., Sergeant or above) a plus.
- Familiarity with ISO 14001 / ISO 9001 and GMP standards.
- Experience with manufacturing systems and reporting tools
Compensation- $140K - $165K plus Plant Leadership Bonus (10%)
We'll teach you: Our plant network, operating standards, and the support of a national organization.
How we workEvery ImageFIRST Associate lives our four Core Values. These are our required competencies.
Be Respectful
Value all we come in contact with.
Be Remarkable
Create a positive moment with every interaction.
Be Safe
Keep ourselves and those around us safe.
Be Honest
Be guided by truthfulness in all we do.
Great work gets noticedEveryday recognition
Coworkers nominate each other for going above and beyond, and those nominations go up in the office for everyone to see.
All Stars & Council of Excellence
Each year, Associates who live our values are nominated as All-Stars and earn a certificate and a cash award. Top winners join the Council of Excellence with an additional reward.
BenefitsWeekly pay
Medical, Dental, Vision
Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid Time Off package
Paid Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Referral Program
Great company culture
Collaborative team environment
MILITARY & VETERANS
Served? Your skills fit here.
Officers and senior NCOs who led maintenance, logistics, or production operations: command a plant. Whether you're transitioning out, serving in the Guard or Reserve, or a veteran, we want to hear from you.
- Leading a unit 14 leading supervisors, maintenance, and production
- Readiness and inspections 14 safety, quality, and compliance
- Resource stewardship 14 plant budget and cost control
Guard and Reserve members: we support your service commitments. Tell us your branch and specialty when you apply.
If you're ready to own a plant's results, apply today.
