Plant Manager

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.