Plant Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Attractive incentive bonus plans

Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance

Wellness incentives

Job summary

Xerxes is seeking a Plant Manager for its Tipton manufacturing facility to lead a team of approximately 90 employees. The role focuses on building safety while enhancing production capacity and driving operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities include safety leadership, quality excellence, and financial performance. The ideal candidate has over 5 years in manufacturing leadership and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) with company match, attractive bonus plans, and more.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Champion a safety-first culture on the plant floor.
• Improve product quality and reduce quality escapes while scaling production.
• Lead, engage, and influence a diverse workforce.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Operational efficiency

Team engagement

Education

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

Job description

Summary

As the Plant Manager, you will lead the overall performance and continued growth of our Tipton manufacturing facility, overseeing a team of approximately 90 employees. This is a stable, high‑performing plant entering a scaling phase, where your focus will be to build on a strong safety foundation while increasing production capacity, improving quality, and driving operational efficiency.

You will play a critical role in advancing plant performance by being highly visible on the shop floor, engaging a diverse workforce, and driving accountability through strong leadership, problem‑solving, and continuous improvement practices. Success in this role means delivering measurable improvements in safety, quality, cost, and throughput while sustaining a culture of engagement and accountability.

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, expectation 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)