Plant Manager

MATTR; Tipton (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision with HSA

401(k) with company match

Incentive bonus plans

Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability

Wellness incentives

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounts on fitness and travel

Job summary

MATTR is seeking a dynamic Operational Leader for our Tipton, Iowa facility. Lead a ~90-person team to elevate safety, quality, and productivity on the plant floor. Drive incident prevention, problem solving, and leadership development while ensuring reliable operations and growth.

You will oversee safety culture, quality excellence, and cross-functional leadership to deliver on key metrics and cost controls in a growing manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or operational environments.
• Experience leading teams with high visibility on the plant floor.
• Demonstrated career progression and strong tenure.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture with a strong, visible presence on the plant floor.
• Lead incident prevention, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Drive employee accountability and ownership for safety performance.
• Improve product quality and reduce quality escapes while scaling production.
• Lead, engage, and influence a diverse workforce of approximately 90 employees.
• Drive production growth and increased output targets; improve throughput and schedule adherence.
• Contribute to cost control and financial decision-making with strong business acumen.
• Support plant scaling initiatives while maintaining operational stability.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Problem solving

Hands-on leadership

Career progression

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field

Job description

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Compensation

Base Salary range: $140k-$165k, plus an annual bonus

Responsibilities

Safety Leadership

• Champion a safety-first culture with a strong, visible presence on the plant floor
• Build on an already strong safety foundation and further strengthen proactive safety engagement
• Lead incident prevention, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
• Drive employee accountability and ownership for safety performance

Quality Excellence

• Improve product quality and reduce quality escapes while scaling production
• Implement structured problem-solving practices to address quality issues
• Reinforce a culture of accountability for product integrity at all levels

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, engage, and influence a diverse workforce of approximately 90 employees
• Build a culture of accountability where performance gaps are addressed directly
• Develop leaders and employees through coaching, expectations setting, and feedback
• Foster a results-oriented, high-performance culture

Operational Excellence & Productivity

• Drive production growth and increased output targets
• Improve throughput, efficiency, and schedule adherence
• Apply strong problem-solving capabilities in an environment without a mature CI program
• Lead execution through hands-on leadership and daily management practices
• Ensure efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials

Financial & Performance Ownership

• Contribute to cost control and financial decision-making with strong business acumen
• Support capital project implementation and operational improvements
• Drive performance against key metrics including safety, quality, delivery, and cost

Strategic & Growth Leadership

• Support plant scaling initiatives while maintaining operational stability
• Build on an already strong foundation rather than leading a turnaround
• Partner cross-functionally to support growth and operational priorities

Qualifications

Required

• 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing or operational environments
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive results, and hold employees accountable
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to operate independently
• Experience working in hands-on, floor-based leadership roles with high visibility
• Demonstrated career progression and strong tenure
• Computer literacy and ability to work within operational systems

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Experience in a manufacturing environment undergoing growth or scaling
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement practices

Leadership Profile & Success Factors

• Results-oriented and highly motivated, with a strong focus on execution
• Comfortable addressing issues directly and holding teams accountable
• Ability to influence and engage a diverse workforce
• Hands-on leader who is highly visible on the plant floor
• Self-sufficient with strong critical thinking and decision-making ability
• Ability to balance safety, quality, and productivity in a growth environment

Benefits in Joining Mattr

Why Join Mattr?

• Medical, dental & vision coverage with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with company match, vested immediately
• Attractive incentive bonus plans
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)