Plant Manager

Signode Industrial Group; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 164,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision

401k

Paid time off

Life insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Signode Industrial Group is seeking a seasoned Multi-site Plant Manager to drive safety, efficiency, and profitability across multiple facilities. The role demands strategic oversight, process improvement, and strong leadership to create a positive, results-driven culture.

You will lead plant operations, manage budgets, and collaborate with senior management to meet production targets and quality standards. A deep background in LEAN, ERP systems, and cost control is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years in manufacturing with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Experience overseeing multiple facilities and states.
• ERP knowledge plus Lean/CI experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly manage and coordinate activities of plant departments and sites.
• Provide strong leadership to the manufacturing team.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to reach production goals.
• Uphold safety protocols and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee talent management from hiring to termination.
• Align plant operations with organizational objectives.
• Monitor production metrics and ensure targets and quality.
• Lead continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives.
• Prepare regular reports on performance and KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Operations Management

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management/Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

With over $2B in revenue, 80+ manufacturing facilities across 6 continents and over 9,000 employees worldwide, Signode is a leading manufacturer of a broad spectrum of transit packaging consumables, tools, software, and equipment that optimize end-of-line packaging operations and protect products in transit. Signode brings this extensive product portfolio together under hundreds of trusted brands to offer complete transit packaging solutions to its customers.
We produce strap, stretch and protective packaging. We also manufacture packaging tools and equipment used to apply the bulk packaging materials. These commercial packaging products are used to pack, bundle, unitize, protect, and secure goods during warehousing and transit. Our company is a pioneer in the industrial packaging sector with a long history of customer-focused innovations in materials, processes and automation technology that have revolutionized the sector.
Headquartered in Tampa, Florida, we are proud to be the Transit Packaging Division of Crown Holdings, Inc. We are excited to go to market as Signode and to share the portfolio of products, services and capabilities that make us the world’s premier end-of-line packaging company.

Job Description

Signode offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees, which includes health, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, life insurance, wellness perks, and more. Benefits begin the month following the hire date.

The annual salary for this position ranges from $163,500 - $200,000plus 20% bonus and varies based on specific responsibilities and geographic location. Starting annual salary within this range will be determined based on the candidate's experience, qualifications, and/or skillset.

Summary

This role is for a Multi-site Plant Manager who is a true leader that can drive a strong, positive culture throughout the plants they oversee. This position requires a strong operational and analytical mind to constantly seek out, as well as teach/lead improvements in Safety Performance, Cost Control, Standardized Processes (LEAN), Production Reporting and Inventory Control.

Essential Functions

• Directly manage and coordinate the activities of various plant departments and sites within Signode.
• Provide strong leadership to the manufacturing team, fostering a collaborative and results-oriented work environment.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve production goals, optimize processes, and enhance overall plant efficiency.
• Communicate, uphold and enforce safety protocols and regulatory compliance to maintain a safe and secure working environment.
• Responsible for talent management and employee lifecycle activities, from hiring to terminating.
• Collaborate with senior management to align plant operations with organizational objectives.
• Monitor and analyze production metrics, ensuring that production targets are met while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Implement efficiency improvement initiatives and address any bottlenecks or issues in the production process.
• Efficiently allocate resources, including manpower and equipment, to meet production schedules and deadlines.
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure optimal functionality of machinery and equipment.
• Collaborate with the quality control department to ensure that products meet or exceed quality standards.
• Implement measures to address any deviations or non-conformities in the production process.
• Develop and manage budgets for the manufacturing facility(s), controlling costs and optimizing resource utilization.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement measures to improve overall plant profitability.
• Effectively communicate with senior management, department heads, and front-line staff to ensure clear understanding of goals and objectives.
• Prepare regular reports on plant performance, production metrics, and other relevant KPIs.
• Lead and support initiatives for continuous improvement, identifying opportunities to enhance plant processes, reduce waste, and increase overall efficiency.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Management, Business, or Engineering. Masters Degree in similar field preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a managerial or supervisory role. Proven ability to oversee multiple facilities and multiple states preferred.

• Financial Acumen with the ability to analyze and forecast data and translate results to better solutions. With the understanding of general ledger accounting and activity rate costing.
• Strong knowledge of safety metrics and programs.
• ERP system knowledge a plus.
• LEAN Manufacturing Training or CI Management Experience (Tier I, II, III)

Functional Success Drivers: These competencies are what we require for an individual to be successful in this role.

• Strategic Skills
• Leadership
• Result Oriented
• Safety & Security
• Analytical Skills
• Inspiring “Followership”
• Vision

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Company does not sponsor for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities.

Signode is committed to providing equal opportunities to all qualified applicants, including providing reasonable accommodations during our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodation in applying for this position, please contact us at [e-mail].

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.

Signode participates in E-Verify and will provide the Department of Homeland Security your Form I-9 information to confirm your authorization to work in the United States.

Signode Industrial Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmporative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.