Plant Manager

Talent Edge Recruiting; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance (PPO/HMO)

401(k) with 4% match

2 weeks PTO (more with tenure)

8 paid holidays

Job summary

Talent Edge Recruiting seeks an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations for specialty materials used in architectural applications and furniture. You will lead multi‑center production, optimize scheduling, and partner with leadership to boost productivity, quality, and on‑time delivery.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in manufacturing operations, strong ERP and process‑improvement experience, and a hands‑on leadership style.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in manufacturing operations.
• Strong production scheduling experience.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations across multiple production work centers.
• Coordinate production priorities, labor, materials, inventory, and shipping to meet customer deadlines.
• Monitor active production orders, identify bottlenecks, and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Improve workflow, equipment utilization, storage practices, and material usage to reduce waste and increase productivity.
• Partner with supervisors to resolve production issues and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Oversee warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, material availability, and shipping coordination.
• Track operational performance and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Use ERP software to support production planning, inventory tracking, and operational decision‑making.
• Communicate proactively about orders at risk of falling behind schedule and work with internal teams to develop solutions.
• Collaborate with company leadership on production priorities and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Production scheduling

ERP experience

Bilingual English/Spanish

Leadership

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations for an established manufacturer of specialty materials used in architectural applications, building products, cabinetry, and furniture.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on manufacturing leader who understands production scheduling, operational efficiency, inventory management, and process improvement. You will oversee multiple production work centers, partner with frontline supervisors, and work closely with company leadership to improve performance, streamline workflows, and ensure customer orders are completed and shipped on time.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing operations, enjoys solving day‑to‑day production challenges, and knows how to balance productivity, quality, labor, and material availability.

What You’ll Do

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations across multiple production work centers.
• Coordinate production priorities, labor, materials, inventory, and shipping to meet customer deadlines.
• Monitor active production orders, identify bottlenecks, and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Improve workflow, equipment utilization, storage practices, and material usage to reduce waste and increase productivity.
• Partner with supervisors to resolve production issues and maintain quality and safety standards.
• Oversee warehouse operations, inventory accuracy, material availability, and shipping coordination.
• Track operational performance and identify opportunities to streamline processes and improve efficiency.
• Use ERP software to support production planning, inventory tracking, and operational decision‑making.
• Communicate proactively about orders at risk of falling behind schedule and work with internal teams to develop solutions.
• Collaborate with company leadership on production priorities and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We’re Looking For

• At least 8 years of manufacturing operations experience, including a strong understanding of production scheduling.
• Proven ability to streamline processes, improve productivity, and resolve operational challenges.
• Previous ERP system experience.
• Familiarity with industrial manufacturing equipment, including splicing equipment, hydraulic presses, and panel‑trimming machinery.
• Understanding of equipment capabilities, production outputs, and performance data.
• Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills to work effectively with the production team.
• Strong organizational, analytical, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• A hands‑on, collaborative leadership style with the ability to work effectively with supervisors and executive leadership.
• Ability to work onsite in the Los Angeles area, with a manageable daily commute.
• $125,000–$180,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Annual bonus
• Medical insurance with PPO and HMO options, plus dental and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match.
• 2 weeks of PTO, more with tenure
• 8 paid holidays.

Why Join This Team?

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a manufacturing operation and make a measurable impact on productivity, delivery performance, inventory management, and overall business results.

You’ll work closely with experienced supervisors and company leadership in a collaborative, production‑focused environment where your ideas and improvements can make a real difference. With an emphasis on operational excellence, teamwork, and long‑term continuity, this role offers the opportunity to strengthen processes, develop the production team, and help shape the operation’s future success.

If you’re a manufacturing leader who enjoys taking initiative, solving complex operational challenges, and seeing the results of your work on the production floor, this could be an excellent next step in your career.