Plant Manager

PLANT OPERATIONS CAREERS

Plant Manager

Run the plant that keeps hospitals running.

Every sheet, gown, and scrub we deliver ends up at a patient's bedside.

Join nearly 4,000 Associates at 65+ plants and branches nationwide.

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.

The scope: Lead a team of amazing Associates across multiple shifts. Companywide, our plants average about 270,000 lbs of healthcare linen a week.

Why you'll like it here

Grow with us

Leaders grow here. Our Assistant Plant Managers are developed for full plant leadership, and our annual Talent Review Process identifies and develops high-potential leaders across the company.

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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.

How you'll be measured

No guessing. These are the numbers that define a great plant:

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.
• Willingness to relocate.
• Prior military leadership experience (e.g., Sergeant or above).
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 / ISO 9001 and GMP standards.
• Experience with manufacturing systems and reporting tools.

We'll teach you: Our plant network, the ImageFIRST Operating System, and the support of a national organization.

How we work

Our four Core Values are our required competencies. Here's what they look like in this role.

Great work gets noticed

Everyday 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.

Benefits

• Weekly 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

Who we are

ImageFIRST is the nation's largest medical-focused linen and laundry provider, serving health systems, hospitals, and outpatient facilities since 1967. We run more HLAC-accredited facilities than anyone else, and 97% of our customers stay with us.

Our mission: improving the lives of our associates, our customers, and the patients they serve.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace

We maintain a drug-free workplace in compliance with state and federal law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.