Interim Plant Manager: Turnaround Leader for 24/7 Ops

Think Consulting; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Interim Plant Manager to lead a turnaround initiative at a manufacturing site in Georgia. This critical role requires 10-20+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, especially in turnaround settings. Key responsibilities include providing hands-on leadership, executing improvement initiatives, and stabilizing operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, along with a proven track record in enhancing operational performance. On-site presence in Georgia is mandatory.

Qualifications

• 10-20+ years of manufacturing and plant operations leadership experience.
• Proven track record in turnaround, restructuring, or underperforming environments.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to engage teams and drive accountability.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on leadership of day-to-day plant operations across a 24/7 production environment.
• Execute and drive turnaround initiatives developed in partnership with an external consulting firm.
• Lead performance improvements across safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Operational discipline

Turnaround experience

Team engagement

Excellent communication

Job description

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Interim Plant Manager to lead a turnaround initiative at a manufacturing site in Georgia. This critical role requires 10-20+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing, especially in turnaround settings. Key responsibilities include providing hands-on leadership, executing improvement initiatives, and stabilizing operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, along with a proven track record in enhancing operational performance. On-site presence in Georgia is mandatory.