Plant Manager

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

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a Plant Manager to helm a large corrugated manufacturing facility in Georgia. You will drive the integration of advanced machinery, lead safety and production, and manage budgets to optimize performance while building a high‑performing team.

The role requires at least 10 years in corrugated manufacturing and 5+ years in plant leadership, with a strong focus on cost control, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 10 years of corrugated manufacturing experience required.
• 5+ years in a direct plant management or senior supervisory role.
• Strong working knowledge of modern corrugated equipment and maintenance.
• Ability to read financial/operational metrics and drive cost-saving decisions.
• Excellent leadership, training, and people-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive the integration and optimal output of advanced corrugated machinery.
• Direct all daily plant functions across safety, production, distribution, maintenance and warehousing.
• Analyze plant financial performance and manage annual budgets and costs.
• Mentor supervisors and build a culture of accountability and learning.
• Ensure OSHA/safety, environmental and company compliance while maintaining quality.

Skills

Corrugated expertise

Proven leadership

Machinery & tech savvy

Analytical thinking

Crisis communication

Education

High school diploma/GED with technical coursework

College degree preferred

Job description

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.

Additional Information

Lead the Charge: Plant Manager

Location: Georgia

Reports To: General Manager

EEOC Statement

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