Plant Manager (Manufacturing)
Latitude.com
Office
Fancy Farm, KY
Full Time
The Plant Manager oversees all daily operations of the manufacturing facility to ensure safety, quality, production efficiency, and cost-effective processes. This role provides strategic leadership, manages cross-functional teams, and drives continuous improvement to support organizational goals. The Plant Manager ensures compliance with regulatory requirements, maintains operational excellence, and fosters a culture of accountability and high performance.
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Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality control, and inventory management.
- Develop and implement production schedules to meet organizational goals and customer demands.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and optimize workflows.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies.
- Lead, coach, and mentor supervisory and production staff; manage performance and workforce development.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare operational reports for senior leadership.
- Manage plant budget, control costs, and allocate resources effectively.
- Oversee maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability and minimal downtime.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Industrial Technology, or related field (preferred).
- 5–10+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Proven track record in production management, process optimization, and team leadership.
