Plant Director

Pacific International Executive Search; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm based in Baltimore, Maryland, is looking for a Plant Director to spearhead operational changes in a rapidly growing facility. The ideal candidate will have extensive plant management experience, a proven track record in lean manufacturing, and the capacity to lead teams effectively. This role requires a focus on growth, operational efficiency, and employee engagement. The company champions diversity and encourages candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in a plant manager or equivalent role with progressive leadership experience in industrial manufacturing.
• Track record of improving plant performance through lean manufacturing and employee engagement.
• Proven ability to lead in fast-paced, growing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies and best practices to drive growth.
• Lead and coach managers and teams to foster accountability.
• Ensure on-time execution of operational plans by tracking KPIs.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Team leadership

Employee engagement

Operational strategy development

Data-driven decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related field

Job description

Pacific International has been retained by a growing manufacturing leader in the industrials space. As they are experiencing rapid growth and transformation, they are seeking a Plant Director to lead change across a key manufacturing facility.

The ideal candidate is an engaging and transformational leader with a strong ability to lead teams at all levels. They are looking for a candidate with a clear focus on metrics and people engagement to take this brand new operation to the next level.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute operational strategies and best practices to drive growth, efficiency, and competitiveness
• Lead and coach managers and teams, fostering accountability, engagement, and compliance
• Ensure on‑time, on‑budget execution of operational plans by tracking KPIs, costs, and schedules
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with stakeholders to optimize resources and align operations with business goals
• Drive continuous improvement through Lean methodologies and data‑driven decision‑making
• Oversee manufacturing and resource planning for staffing, materials, facilities, and equipment utilization
• Review and communicate performance metrics and financial insights to executive leadership

Ideal Candidate

• Strong experience in a plant manager or equivalent role with progressive leadership experience in industrial manufacturing
• Track record of improving plant performance through lean manufacturing and employee engagement
• Proven ability to lead in fast‑paced, growing environments with evolving systems and processes
• Experience in a sheet metal, electro‑mechanical, semi‑custom manufacturing environment preferred
• Holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering, business, or related field

Diversity Statement

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

Contact

Questions? Reach out to Haley Gibson at [e-mail]