Plant Manager

DSJ Global; St. Louis (MO); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee high-performance operations. This role is perfect for a hands-on, people-focused leader with strong Lean manufacturing expertise. The Plant Manager will ensure safety and efficiency while driving continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of experience, lead large teams, and possess a strong background in safety and compliance. Join us to lead a team toward operational excellence!

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of plant or general management experience in manufacturing.
• Experience leading teams of 100+ employees.
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent background strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient plant operation.
• Driving strategic initiatives and Lean manufacturing efforts.
• Identifying process improvements and solving operational issues.

Skills

Lean manufacturing expertise

Leadership and team development

Process improvement

Safety and environmental compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related science

MBA preferred

Job description

Overview

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee a high‑performance operation and drive continuous improvement across all areas of the facility. This role is ideal for a hands‑on, people‑focused leader with strong Lean manufacturing expertise and a track record of delivering safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. If you're ready to lead a team toward world‑class operational excellence, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Ensuring a safe, compliant, and efficient plant operation while meeting production and quality goals
• Leading and developing both direct and indirect reports across production, engineering, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and EHS
• Overseeing day‑to‑day activities and coordinating all operational functions within the facility
• Driving strategic initiatives, Lean manufacturing efforts, and continuous improvement to reduce costs and enhance performance
• Identifying process improvements, solving complex operational issues, and implementing standardized procedures
• Full‑time, on‑site position with some travel required

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related hard science discipline (Chemistry, physics, biology); MBA preferred
• 7-10+ years of plant or general management experience in manufacturing
• Experience leading teams of 100+ employees
• Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent background strongly preferred
• Experience in industries with strict safety and quality requirements (e.g., aerospace, automotive, pharma)
• Demonstrated success leading diverse teams in a continuous‑improvement culture
• Experience with safety and environmental compliance (OSHA knowledge required)