Plant Manager

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

Job summary

prattexternalcareersite in Georgia is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a large corrugated manufacturing facility. You will drive operational excellence, oversee safety, production, maintenance and warehousing, and partner with sales and HR to align capacity with customer demand.

The role requires a decade of corrugated experience, proven leadership, and a hands-on approach to mentoring supervisors, optimizing costs, and delivering quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in corrugated manufacturing or equivalent.
• 5+ years in direct plant management or senior supervisory role with track record of improving unit performance.
• Strong knowledge of modern corrugated equipment, maintenance, and workflow optimization.
• Ability to read financial/operational metrics and drive data-driven cost savings.
• Excellent communication and leadership under pressure; capable of training staff and resolving personnel matters.
• High school diploma/GED; technical coursework; college degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive Next-Gen Manufacturing by integrating advanced corrugated machinery.
• Lead Operations End-to-End: safety, production, distribution, maintenance, warehousing.
• Master the numbers: develop budgets, manage labor and materials, identify savings.
• Build & inspire top talent: mentor supervisors, manage performance, foster accountability.
• Deliver uncompromised quality & safety: enforce OSHA, environmental, and company standards.
• Partner with Sales, Customer Service, and HR to align plant capability with demand and growth.

Skills

Corrugated expertise

Proven leadership

Machinery & tech savvy

Analytical & problem-solving

Crisis management & communication

Education

High school diploma/GED with technical coursework

College degree preferred

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.

Lead the Charge: Plant Manager

Location: Georgia

Reports To: General Manager