Plant Manager

CyberCoders; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CyberCoders seeks a Plant Manager to lead a manufacturing facility, delivering targets with safe, efficient production and high quality. You will drive process improvements, manage budgets, and develop a high-performing operations team.

The role requires 5+ years in manufacturing with supervisory experience, expertise in Lean/Six Sigma, and strong leadership and problem-solving abilities. Flexibility on hours and a hands-on plant floor presence are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing experience with 3+ years in a supervisory/plant leadership role.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations to meet schedules, quality standards, and deliveries.
• Coach and develop supervisors and frontline staff to build a safe, accountable team.
• Lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Manage plant budgets, labor planning and cost controls.
• Ensure health, safety, and environmental regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate maintenance to maximize uptime and minimize downtime.
• Establish KPIs and report performance to senior management.
• Collaborate with QA to maintain product quality and address issues.
• Oversee inventory, supply chain interactions and vendor relations.
• Develop and update SOPs, emergency plans, and training programs.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Communication

Problem-solving

Operations management

OSHA compliance

ERP / Manufacturing software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Plant Manager

Position Overview

The Plant Manager will lead and manage all aspects of a manufacturing facility to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role is responsible for delivering production targets, optimizing processes, maintaining regulatory compliance, controlling costs, and developing a high-performing operations team. The ideal candidate has strong experience in plant operations, manufacturing systems, and people leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations to meet production schedules, quality standards, and delivery commitments.
• Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and front-line staff to build a safe, accountable, and results-driven team.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement (Lean, Six Sigma) initiatives to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and lower costs.
• Manage plant budgets, labor planning, and cost-control measures while identifying opportunities for productivity gains.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations and maintain a strong safety culture across the facility.
• Coordinate maintenance and reliability programs to maximize equipment uptime and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Establish and monitor KPIs (production, quality, safety, OEE) and provide regular performance reporting to senior management.
• Work with quality assurance to uphold product quality standards and resolve customer issues and non-conformances.
• Oversee inventory, supply chain interactions, and vendor relationships to ensure materials availability and optimal stock levels.
• Develop and update standard operating procedures, emergency response plans, and continuous training programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of progressive manufacturing experience with at least 3 years in a supervisory or plant management role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes, plant operations, and production planning.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with a track record of building effective teams.
• Solid understanding of health, safety, and environmental regulations (e.g., OSHA) and best practices.
• Proficiency with manufacturing software/ERP systems and data-driven decision making.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and respond to operational needs; ability to work on the plant floor.
• Preferred: certifications in Lean/Six Sigma, and experience in similar plant environments; familiarity with the keywords Plant, Manager, Manufacturing.