Plant Manager (Site Manager)Location: Grand Prairie, TX
Company: Qual Pac (A Pro Pac Company)
Client Site: Frito-Lay Dedicated Facility
Position OverviewThe Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership and performance of the facility, with a primary focus on
Safety, Quality, and Production. This role drives operational excellence, ensures customer satisfaction, and builds a culture of continuous improvement and accountability.
Reporting to the General Manager, the Plant Manager leads a team of direct reports responsible for managing all day-to-day operations within a fast-paced, customer-dedicated environment.
Key ResponsibilitiesOperations Leadership- Lead all aspects of plant operations to achieve performance goals in safety, quality, and production
- Oversee daily operations across multiple shifts in a high-volume environment
- Ensure efficient execution of production plans, scheduling, and inventory control
Safety & Quality- Own and enforce all safety, food safety, and quality programs (OSHA, SQF, AIB, etc.)
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory and customer requirements
- Drive a culture where safety and quality are the top priorities
Team Leadership & Development- Lead, coach, and develop a team of managers and supervisors
- Oversee a workforce of ~300 employees, including full-time and temporary staff
- Build a high-performance culture focused on accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement
- Conduct performance reviews and support professional development
Customer & Stakeholder Management- Serve as the primary point of contact for the customer (Frito-Lay)
- Communicate performance metrics related to quality, service, and production
- Maintain strong customer relationships and ensure high levels of satisfaction
Continuous Improvement- Champion Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase throughput
- Drive root cause analysis and corrective actions for operational issues
- Identify and implement process improvements across the facility
Financial & Operational Management- Manage facility performance to meet budget and cost targets
- Optimize labor utilization, including temporary workforce planning
- Oversee systems including WMS, quality systems, and maintenance programs
- Ensure effective use and maintenance of all facility assets
Qualifications- 7-10+ years of experience in a manufacturing leadership role
- Proven success managing large, multi-shift operations
- Strong background in safety, quality, and production management
- Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
- Working knowledge of:
- Demand planning, forecasting, and scheduling
- Safety programs (OSHA, Workers' Compensation)
- Quality systems (RCA, CAPA, SQF, AIB, ISO)
- Experience managing customer relationships in a dedicated or contract manufacturing environment
- Experience working with temporary labor models
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency with WMS, Microsoft Office, and operational systems
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
- Ability to work flexible hours in a multi-shift operation
Apply TodayIf you are a results-driven leader who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments and is passionate about building high-performing teams, we encourage you to apply.
