Plant Manager

Prestone Official; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive health benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition assistance program

Job summary

A leading fluid solutions company is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee a facility in Freehold, NJ. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and communication skills, with a background in chemical blending. Responsibilities include managing safety, production, and operational efficiency. This role requires strategic planning and collaboration across departments. The expected salary ranges from $160,000 to $175,000. Comprehensive health benefits and career growth opportunities are also offered.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years senior leadership role in the chemical industries.
• Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency.
• Strong knowledge of industry regulations and legislative guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Manage safety, quality, and production at the site.
• Develop and monitor operational systems and KPIs.
• Build relationships with department heads for strategic goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Building

Operational Efficiency

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science

Job description

We engineer leading fluid solutions that keep the world moving and we’re building a better future while we do it. As a vertically integrated global powerhouse, we operate 17 manufacturing facilities and 4 R&D centers across the world, delivering performance from lab to road in over 40 countries.

PFX Group™ brings together a family of trusted companies including Recochem, Prestone, Adam’s Polishes, B&B Blending, Kost USA, Ultra Clear, POR and Auto‑Chem, each with deep expertise, regional insight, and a shared commitment to engineering excellence.

From automotive and heavy‑duty thermal management systems to household and industrial solutions, our products are built for performance, reliability, and a commitment to sustainability. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what’s possible in fluid technology.

Position Summary

To help us continue our growth, we’re seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our highly skilled team in our Freehold, NJ location and lead the organization’s complex plant and distribution platform within North America. As an ideal candidate, you have proven management experience in a highly dynamic setting focused around chemical blending. Your organizational, communication, and leadership skills are second to none and you enjoy developing solutions that push innovative boundaries. You’ll work closely with executives to strategize and develop long‑term plans that usher in new levels of productivity and success at Prestone/PFX Group. This position reports to Director, U.S. Manufacturing. The expected compensation for this position is an annual salary of $160,000‑$175,000, depending on experience and qualifications.

Objectives of this Role

• Manage the overall safety, quality, and production of a chemical blending, bottle production, liquid filling, and shipping facility.
• Foster the growth of a strong and aligned team within the site by strengthening existing relationships and cohesiveness among all departments.
• Collaborate within the organization in the development of performance goals and long‑term operational plans.
• Maximize efficiency and productivity through continuous improvement practices and interdepartmental collaboration.
• Set strategic goals for ongoing cost reductions, operational efficiency and increased productivity.
• Work with site leads in the development of financial and budgetary plans and be accountable for the total operational performance of the site.
• Analyze current operational processes and performance, implementing solutions for improvement when necessary.
• Continue to drive the site, leveraging all assets to become a center of excellence.

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Responsible for all environmental health and safety, quality, planning, scheduling, production, warehousing, and shipping at the site.
• Develop, implement, and monitor day‑to‑day operational systems, KPIs and processes that provide visibility into goals, progress, and obstacles for our key initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with all department heads and other sites to make decisions regarding operational activity and strategic goals.
• Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for the day‑to‑day performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks.
• Devise strategies to ensure growth of programs enterprise‑wide, identifying and implementing process improvements/equipment that will maximize output and minimize costs.
• Uphold organization policies and standards, ensuring legislative regulations are followed.
• Work closely with human resources to lead the team with integrity and establish and maintain a trusting, inclusive, and productive environment.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or science with experience in the chemical or processing fields or equivalent.
• 5 to 10 years senior leadership role in the appropriate field, ideally in the chemical industries with processing and blending experience as an asset.
• Knowledge of multiple operational functions and principles, including finance, customer service, supply chain, production, and employee management.
• Proven ability to plan and manage operational processes for maximum efficiency and productivity.
• Ability to streamline and implement new structures and roles that create speed, efficiency, and support rapidly shifting business demands.
• Strong working knowledge of industry regulations and legislative guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with budget and business plan development.
• Project Management – knowledge about capital projects, capital projects administration and justification processes.
• OpEx: Vision, mission, strategic and tactics. VSM, Leader Standard Works. Anticipate the actions related to lead high‑complexity operations.
• Ability to move between strategic goals for the site to tactical plans easily.
• Proven ability to develop innovative solutions for increased productivity.
• Result‑oriented problem‑solving skills with an extensive background in Continuous Improvement proven methods.
• Strong team building, decision‑making and people‑management skills both within operations and other departments. Lead by example.
• Masterful organizational, communication, and leadership skills, demonstrated by previous professional success. Approachable and firm with accountability process.
• Strong working knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics using business management software.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities – we prioritize internal promotions
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, vision and dental coverage and Telemedicine
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Tuition assistance program – support for continued education and professional development

Please note: A pre‑employment background check, including a criminal record check and drug testing, is required.

PFX is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals.

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