Plant Manager

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and safety focus

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. is seeking a Plant Manager for a large Georgia corrugated facility. You will drive next-generation manufacturing, lead end-to-end plant operations, and steer safety, quality, and performance across teams.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years in corrugated manufacturing and 5+ years in plant leadership, with a strong grasp of machinery, analytics, and cost controls. This role demands hands-on leadership in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Corrugated expertise: 10+ years in corrugated manufacturing.
• Demonstrated leadership: 5+ years in direct plant management or senior supervision.
• Machinery & tech savviness: strong knowledge of modern corrugated equipment and maintenance workflows.
• Analytical and problem-solving: able to read metrics and drive cost-saving decisions with data.
• Crisis control & communication: high EI, capable of leading meetings and staff training.
• Education: high school diploma/GED required; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive the integration and output of advanced corrugated machinery into operational excellence.
• Direct daily plant functions across safety, production, distribution, maintenance, and warehousing.
• Analyze financial performance, build budgets, manage labor/material costs, uncover savings and growth opportunities.
• Mentor supervisors, manage performance, and foster accountability and continuous learning.
• Enforce OSHA, DEQ, and company compliance while maintaining high product quality and low incident rates.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and HR to align plant capacity with demand and talent growth.

Skills

Corrugated expertise

Leadership

Machinery & tech savvy

Analytical skills

Crisis management

Education

High school diploma/GED

College degree

Job description

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Plant Manager to take the helm of our massive corrugated manufacturing facility in Georgia. We aren't just looking for an administrator—we need an operational force who understands state-of-the-art packaging machinery, drives peak efficiency, and knows how to lead high-performing production teams safely.

If you thrive on high-volume production, technological integration, and building a winning plant culture, this is your next career defining role.

What You’ll Do:

• Drive Next-Gen Manufacturing: Champion the integration and optimal output of advanced corrugated machinery, turning cutting-edge equipment design into operational excellence.
• Lead Operations End-to-End: Direct all daily plant functions across safety, production, distribution, maintenance, and warehousing.
• Master the Numbers: Systematically analyze plant financial performance, build annual budgets, manage labor/material costs, and uncover hidden savings and revenue growth opportunities.
• Build & Inspire Top Talent: Mentor supervisors, manage performance, and build a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and positive employee relations.
• Deliver Uncompromised Quality & Safety: Enforce strict OSHA, environmental (DEQ), and company compliance while keeping product quality high and incident rates low.
• Partner for Success: Work hand-in-hand with Sales, Customer Service, and HR to align plant capability with customer demand and talent growth.

What You Bring:

• Corrugated Expertise: Minimum 10 years of corrugated manufacturing experience required.
• Proven Leadership: At least 5 years in a direct plant management or senior supervisory role with a track record of driving unit performance.
• Machinery & Tech Savvy: Strong working knowledge of modern corrugated equipment, capabilities, maintenance, and technical workflow optimization.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Edge: Adept at reading financial/operational metrics, navigating technical instructions, and using data to make real-time cost-saving decisions.
• Crisis Control & Communication: Exceptional emotional intelligence under pressure, with the ability to lead effective meetings, train staff, and navigate complex personnel matters.
• Education: High school diploma/GED with technical coursework required; College Degree strongly preferred.

Work Environment & Physical Expectations:

• Fast-Paced Manufacturing: Active exposure to moving mechanical parts, loud noise levels, and varied industrial conditions.
• Hands-On Leadership: Requires frequent walking, standing, climbing, balancing, and the ability to occasionally lift up to 100 lbs.