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

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.

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