Plant Manager

Princeton Search Partners; Greer (SC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Princeton Search Partners is seeking a Plant Manager for a leading CPG manufacturer in Greer, SC. You will lead all manufacturing operations, drive safety, quality, and SQF compliance, and build an engaged team focused on performance and accountability.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in high-speed manufacturing, proven turnaround success, and the ability to coach leaders on the floor. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in high-speed manufacturing leadership.
• Food or beverage manufacturing experience is a PLUS.
• Track record of turning around plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead production, warehouse operations, and plant teams
• Drive safety, food quality, sanitation, and SQF compliance
• Improve yield, labor efficiency, costs, and customer service
• Set clear expectations, communicate priorities, and recognize achievements
• Identify root causes and implement lasting operational improvements

Skills

Leadership

High-speed manufacturing

Team development

Operational excellence

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Are you a manufacturing leader who knows how to improve performance—and bring people along with you?

Our client, a leading CPG manufacturer, has an immediate need for a Plant Manager. The successful candidate will lead all manufacturing operations, strengthen plant performance, and build an engaged, accountable team.

This opportunity calls for a leader who is visible on the floor, understands daily operations, and achieves results through effective delegation, coaching, and follow-through.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead production, warehouse operations, and plant teams
• Drive safety, food quality, sanitation, and SQF compliance
• Improve yield, labor efficiency, costs, and customer service
• Set clear expectations, communicate priorities, and recognize achievements
• Identify root causes and implement lasting operational improvements

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years of experience in high-speed manufacturing, including proven leadership experience
• Food or beverage manufacturing experience a PLUS
• A track record of turning around plant performance
• The ability to motivate teams, earn trust, and create accountability
• Strong coaching and delegation skills—you develop leaders and empower others to deliver
• A collaborative, approachable style with the confidence to address difficult issues
• Sound judgment, adaptability, and a proactive approach to solving problems
• A commitment to building long-term success at the facility
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience;

Princeton Search Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer