Plant Manager

CareersInFood.com; Georgia; Presencial; USD 130 000 - 180 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

CareersInFood.com seeks a Plant Manager to lead a cGMP manufacturing site in the United States, overseeing production, quality, maintenance, and site compliance. The role targets safe, efficient operations aligned with FDA/OSHA requirements and continuous improvement initiatives across safety, cost, and performance.

You will direct production, ensure staffing, manage budgets, and partner with QA, Engineering, and R&D to meet quality and regulatory standards.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, or related field (or equivalent).
• 8+ years manufacturing leadership with 3+ years in plant/site management.
• Experience in a cGMP-regulated environment (biotech/pharma or life sciences).
• Prior work in specialty ingredient manufacturing or chemical/bio-processing.
• Strong knowledge of FDA regulations, batch records, and quality systems.
• Proven P&L, budgeting, and capital project experience.
• Effective leadership of multi-shift teams and clear communication.

Responsabilidades

• Direct day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet schedules and budgets.
• Oversee capacity planning, batch scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Improve OEE, right-first-time, and cycle times across sites.
• Lead safety, HR collaboration, and site-wide compliance efforts.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives and manage capital projects.
• Report KPIs to executive leadership and coordinate with QA, Supply Chain, and Engineering.

Conhecimentos

Leadership

Operations management

Continuous improvement

Cross-functional collaboration

Safety culture

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Biology/Chemistry or related field

Ferramentas

ERP/MES systems

Batch record systems

QMS knowledge

Microsoft Windows familiarity

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking a highly motivated Plant Manager to be responsible for the overall leadership, safety, and performance of a cGMP manufacturing facility, including production, quality, maintenance, and site compliance functions. This role ensures the site consistently meets production targets, quality standards, and regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, OSHA) while driving continuous improvement in safety, efficiency, and cost performance. This hands‑on position requires a desire and ability to work as an integral part of a multidisciplinary team, as well as the demonstration of a high degree of flexibility, creativity, and initiative applied to the various duties and aspects of the position.

Responsibilities:

Operations and Production

• Direct day-to-day manufacturing operations to meet production schedules, yield targets, and cost budgets.
• Oversee capacity planning, batch scheduling, and resource allocation across production teams.
• Drive Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), right-first-time rate, and cycle time improvements.
• Ensure adequate staffing, shift coverage, and cross‑training across production areas.

Quality & Compliance

• Maintain full compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), SOPs, and batch record requirements.
• Partner with Quality Assurance on deviation investigations, CAPAs, change controls, and audit readiness.
• Serve as a site leader during FDA, customer, and internal audits/inspections.

Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS)

• Champion a strong safety culture; own site safety metrics (TRIR, near‑miss reporting, corrective actions).
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and other applicable environmental and safety regulations.
• Lead incident investigations and implement preventive/corrective measures.

Leadership and People Management

• Lead, coach, and develop production supervisors, shift leads, and manufacturing staff.
• Set performance goals, conduct evaluations, and manage disciplinary actions in partnership with HR.
• Foster cross‑functional collaboration with Quality, Supply Chain, Engineering, and R&D.
• Build succession plans and talent pipelines for key production roles.

Continuous Improvement Strategy

• Identify and lead Lean/Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage capital projects, equipment upgrades, and facility expansions in coordination with Engineering.
• Develop and manage the site's annual operating budget and capital expenditure plans.
• Report site KPIs (throughput, yield, quality, safety, cost) to executive leadership.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including 3+ years in a plant/site manager or senior operations leadership role
• Direct experience operating within a cGMP‑regulated environment (biotech, pharma, or related life sciences manufacturing)
• Must have prior experience in a specialty ingredient manufacturing, chemical, or bio‑processing plant
• Strong working knowledge of FDA regulations, batch record systems, and quality management systems
• Demonstrated success managing P&L, budgets, and capital projects
• Proven people‑leadership skills with experience managing multi‑shift teams
• Excellent communication skills; both oral and written are required.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills are required.
• Computer skills and an in‑depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows based programs are required.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Requires effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
• Ability to effectively interact with co‑workers, vendors, contractors and other business contacts.
• Must comply with Manus’s core values for the safe and efficient operation of the business and maintain sound relationships among and with employees.

Food Manufacturing Requirements:

• Working knowledge of food safety management systems (HACCP, SQF, BRC, or FSSC 22000) and GFSI‑aligned quality frameworks, in addition to cGMP
• PCQI (Preventive Controls Qualified Individual) certification and working knowledge of FSMA preventive controls; FSVP knowledge a plus for imported ingredients
• Demonstrated ownership of yield, giveaway, and cost‑of‑goods performance in a margin‑sensitive production environment
• Experience with allergen control programs, sanitation/CIP validation, and environmental pathogen monitoring
• Comfort managing variable‑cost, productivity‑driven labor models typical of food manufacturing operations

Preferred:

• Master's degree in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline, or MBA
• Experience with fermentation‑based or bioprocessing manufacturing
• Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Experience with ERP/MES systems and electronic batch records
• Prior experience leading facility expansions or tech transfers

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk/stand for extended periods on the production floor.
• Ability to wear required PPE (gowning, safety glasses, hearing protection) in manufacturing and cleanroom areas.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Availability for occasional off‑shift or weekend coverage as operational needs require.
• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to controlled/classified spaces, chemicals, and process equipment
• May require entry into cleanroom or containment areas per site gowning protocols