Plant Manager, Atlanta

McCormick & Company, Incorporated; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food industry seeks a Plant Manager for their Atlanta facility. This role involves overseeing production operations, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Strong leadership skills and a solid background in manufacturing are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Comprehensive health plans

Qualifications

• 12+ years of manufacturing experience with 7+ years in leadership.
• Strong background in food safety and regulatory compliance.
• Experience with Lean and TPM methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all operations ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and capital plans.
• Champion Lean, Six Sigma methodologies for improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Project Management

Relationship Building

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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You may know McCormick as a leader in herbs, spices, seasonings, and condiments – and we’re only getting started. At McCormick, we’re always looking for new people to bring their unique flavor to our team.

McCormick employees – all 14,000 of us across the world – are what makes this company a great place to work.

We are looking to hire a Plant Manager to lead the team at our site in Atlanta, GA.

What We Bring To The Table:

The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:

• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
• Wellbeing programs including Physical, Mental and Financial wellness

Position Overview

As Plant Manager, you will oversee all operations at our Atlanta facility, ensuring the safety, efficiency, and cost-effective production of high-quality products. You’ll lead a culture of continuous improvement, drive operational excellence through TPM and HPWS, and serve as a key member of the Americas Supply Chain leadership team.

You will also represent McCormick within the local community and ensure compliance with all corporate, state, and federal regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop plant operations through strategic planning and execution.
• Drive performance improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Foster a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure timely delivery of quality products and maintain strong customer/vendor relationships.
• Oversee compliance with GMPs, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and manage annual budgets and long-term capital plans.
• Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies to eliminate losses and build capability.
• Lead plant-level initiatives aligned with McCormick’s Journey to Excellence (JTE).
• Build strong cross-functional relationships with Procurement, Planning, Finance, Logistics, Quality, Customer Service and more.
• Develop leadership talent and succession plans to support long-term growth.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum 12 years of manufacturing experience, including 7+ years in a leadership role within a TPM or Lean environment.
• Strong background in food safety, GMPs, and regulatory compliance.
• Proven project management and strategic planning skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing teams and build strong relationships across all levels.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Flexibility to support a multi-shift operation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in High Performance Work Systems (HPWS) or self-directed work teams.
• Familiarity with SAP and modern manufacturing technologies.
• Background in food or pharmaceutical manufacturing industries.

Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick’s Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan/ McCormick’s Sales Incentive Bonus (SIB) Plan/ McCormick’s Dividend Program. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:

• Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
• Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
• Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans

McCormick & Company is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

A s a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future.

WHY WORK AT MCCORMICK?

United by flavor. Driven by results.

As a McCormick employee you’ll be empowered to focus on more than your individual responsibilities. You’ll have the opportunity to be part of something bigger than yourself—to have a say in where the company is going and how it’s growing.

Between our passion for flavor, our 130-year history of leadership and integrity, the competitive and comprehensive benefits we offer, and our culture, which is built on respect and opportunities for growth, there are many reasons to join us at McCormick.