Plant Manager

MAU Workforce Solutions; Portage (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

MAU is hiring a Plant Manager for our client in Portage, WI. As a Plant Manager, you will oversee the safe, ethical, and efficient operation of a chemical manufacturing facility while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and capital project execution.

This is a direct-hire opportunity. Ideal candidates bring leadership in manufacturing, a strong focus on safety and quality, and a track record of delivering capital improvements and team development in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering required.
• 10+ years leading managers and hourly staff in chemical manufacturing.
• Experience with capital projects and new equipment installation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, ethical, and efficient operation of a chemical plant.
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and cost control.
• Lead capital projects and manage strategy with division leadership.
• Develop talent, coaching, performance reviews, and staffing plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.
• Foster engagement and align teams with strategic goals.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Lean manufacturing

Process safety

Capital projects

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering

Job description

MAU is hiring a Plant Manager for our client in Portage, WI.

As a Plant Manager, you will oversee the safe, ethical, and efficient operation of a chemical manufacturing facility while driving operational excellence, continuous improvement, employee engagement, and capital project execution. This is a direct-hire opportunity.

Benefits Package

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays

Shift Information

• Portions of the plant operate on a 24/7 schedule
• Other areas operate 24 hours per day, 5 days per week

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• 10+ years of experience leading managers and hourly employees in a chemical or similar manufacturing environment
• Previous management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Project management experience involving the installation of new equipment, including reactors and systems, within an existing facility using capital expenditure funding

Preferred Education and Experience

• Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering
• Experience working in Process Safety Management (PSM) regulated facilities
• Working knowledge of ISO Quality and Environmental Standards
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

General Requirements

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Operational Excellence, safety, and continuous improvement practices
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business publications, technical procedures, and government regulations
• Excellent communication and active listening skills
• Strong leadership, strategic planning, organizational, and problem-solving abilities
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate data from multiple sources and make informed decisions
• Ability to align teams with strategic goals
• Financial acumen to improve material usage, plant costs, and volume management
• Experience in plant leadership within a manufacturing organization, preferably in the chemical industry
• Experience with process improvement and engineering
• Experience managing capital projects
• Knowledge of Process Safety Management
• Experience with talent acquisition and employee development

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate the highest standards of integrity and ethical conduct while representing the company
• Maintain high standards in safety, industrial hygiene, environmental stewardship, and quality
• Foster a culture of safety and teamwork through employee engagement
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal environmental requirements while advancing sustainability initiatives
• Ensure timely delivery of products that meet customer quality requirements
• Leverage available resources to continuously improve safety, sustainability, quality, delivery, cost, and operational efficiency
• Implement a Daily Management System to track, report, and review key operational KPIs with business and division leadership
• Support strategic plans and objectives for the businesses served by the facility
• Develop processes to scale and implement new products
• Manage labor relations in accordance with company policies
• Maintain inventory within established limits to support short-term and seasonal demand
• Prepare and maintain records required to manage and control operations
• Hire, train, and adjust staffing levels to meet sales demand while maintaining budget and standard cost targets
• Lead capital projects that strengthen health, safety, sustainability, infrastructure, cost reduction, new product development, and capacity expansion
• Provide leadership and direction to managers and employees through performance management, coaching, recognition, performance reviews, salary planning, career development discussions, and relationship-building initiatives
• Drive employee engagement and accountability to achieve operational goals and business results

Working Conditions

• Chemical manufacturing facility environment
• Site currently undergoing a capital expansion project
• Facility includes operations running continuously on varying production schedules