Plant Manager

Jobot; Middlebury (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401 k with match

Paid Time Off

Employee Discount Programs

Voluntary Benefit Programs

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Plant Manager in Indiana to lead all aspects of plant operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will drive safety, quality, and productivity while directing maintenance, budgeting, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The ideal candidate will have strong HACCP, GMP, SQF or BRC experience and a proven track record in building high-performing teams. This permanent role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities to impact operations

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of plant management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience in HACCP, GMP, SQF or BRC and food processing.
• Bachelor’s in Business/Engineering; Master’s preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations ensuring efficiency and safety.
• Ensure compliance with HACCP, GMP, SQF/BRC and food safety standards.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to meet goals.
• Mentor and train plant personnel to build high-performing teams.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reductions.
• Maintain stakeholder relationships including suppliers and customers.
• Manage budgets, forecasts and financial reporting.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and scheduling of repairs as needed.
• Implement quality control programs to meet specs.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Financial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office

ERP systems

Job description

Growing Company - Great Culture

Salary: $110,000 - $135,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client, a growing food manufacturing organization, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead all aspects of plant operations, production, safety, quality, maintenance, and continuous improvement. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, maximizing productivity, ensuring food safety compliance, and developing high-performing teams within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Why join us

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Live Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• 401 k with match
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Discount Programs
• Voluntary Benefit Programs

Job Details

We are currently seeking an experienced and dynamic Permanent Plant Manager for our Manufacturing division. This is an exceptional opportunity to join a leading organization in the industry, where you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HACCP, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), GFSI (SQF or BRC), and Food Processing. If you are passionate about manufacturing excellence, have a proven track record in plant management, and are ready to make a significant impact on our organization, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

1. Overseeing daily operations of the plant, ensuring efficiency and safety at all times.
2. Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, including HACCP, GMP, SQF or BRC, and other food safety standards.
3. Developing and implementing operational strategies and objectives to achieve corporate goals.
4. Supervising, training, and mentoring plant personnel, fostering a team-oriented environment.
5. Identifying opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
6. Maintaining relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, customers, and regulatory bodies.
7. Ensuring a high level of customer satisfaction through excellent production quality.
8. Coordinating and directing the preparation of the budget and financial reports, and forecasts.
9. Ensuring all equipment is maintained and functioning correctly, scheduling repairs and upgrades as necessary.
10. Implementing and managing quality control programs, ensuring products meet required specifications.

Qualifications

1. Minimum of 5 years of experience in plant management within the manufacturing industry.
2. Proven experience with HACCP, GMP, SQF or BRC, and Food Processing.
3. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Management, Engineering, Food Science, or a related field. A Master’s degree will be an added advantage.
4. Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a diverse team.
5. Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.
6. Strong financial acumen, with experience in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
9. Strong understanding of industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes.
10. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Plant Manager to take the next step in their career with a leading manufacturer. If you meet the above criteria and are ready to lead our team towards success, we look forward to receiving your application.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.