Plant Manager

Virginia Correctional Enterprises; Virginia; On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Correctional Enterprises (VCE) is seeking a Plant Manager for Haynesville to lead a diverse production team and ensure quality and safety standards are met within tight deadlines.

The role requires strong communication, knowledge of manufacturing processes, and the ability to work independently while driving improvements. A probationary period applies to new hires and transfers, with a focus on meaningful work and successful reentry outcomes for offenders.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team under tight deadlines.
• Strong communication skills to achieve production goals.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and independent motivation to meet goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a diverse team to meet production and quality standards under tight deadlines.
• Communicate effectively with others to achieve production goals.

Skills

Team leadership

Effective communication

Manufacturing processes

MS Office

Technical recommendations

Independent work

Tools

MRP/ERP system

Job description

Plant Manager (Haynesville): Virginia Correctional Enterprises #00228

• 5113806
• Richmond County, Virginia, United States
• VA Correctional Enterprises
• Public Safety
• Full-Time (Salaried)
• Closing at: Nov 6 2026 - 23:55 EST
• Dept of Corr - Central Admin

Agency Website: www.vadoc.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Title

Plant Manager (Haynesville): Virginia Correctional Enterprises #00228

State Role Title

Warehouse Manager II

Hiring Range

$66,124 - $99,184

Pay Band

UG

Job Duties

Virginia Correctional Enterprises (VCE) is a manufacturing and service agency dedicated to providing meaningful jobs and developing valuable work skills for offenders, supporting successful reentry after release. VCE fulfills this mission by offering high‑quality goods and services to our customers across the Commonwealth. For more information about VCE, including our products, services, and locations, please visit www.govce.net.

If hired by VCE you will start or restart a 12 month probationary period. This is for all New Hires, Transfers, returning State Employees.

Plant Managers lead and motivate a diverse team to meet production and quality standards under tight deadlines. This role requires strong communication skills, knowledge of manufacturing processes, and the ability to work independently while ensuring safe work practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team in the production and quality of manufactured goods under the pressure of tight deadlines.
• Ability to effectively communicate with others to achieve production goals.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and ability to work independently to motivate others attain production goals.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to make technical recommendations, develop job specifications and quality standards.
• Ability to work independently in complex work situations and under the pressure of tight deadlines and manage safe work practices.

Additional Considerations

• Considerable experience and proficiency in apparel processes, equipment operation, and quality controls.
• Proficiency with MRP/ERP system or other manufacturing specialty applications.
• Certification in Total Quality Management, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other quality program certification.

Background Investigation Requirements

All applicants are subject to a background investigation. Investigations may include fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI); local agency checks; employment verification; verification of education (relevant to employment); credit checks; and other checks based on the position.

Drug Testing Requirements

Applicants applying to a designated safety sensitive position are subject to a pre‑employment drug screen. Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver’s License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers, Tractor Trailer Drivers and others.

Layoff Preferences

Applicants who possess an Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Form) as issued under the Department of Human Resources Management (DHRM) Policy 1.30 Layoff (Commonwealth of VA employees only) MUST attach these forms when submitting their state application and/or résumé.

VADOC is an EEO employer and is committed to supporting workforce diversity, equitable opportunities and inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

VADOC values our Veterans and encourages all to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other nation service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Human Resources

Phone: [e-mail]

Email: EMAILED APPLICATIONS/RÉSUMÉS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED FOR THIS POSITION

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.