Plant Manager II: Lead Safe, High-Impact Production

MANE; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

MANE is hiring a Plant Manager II for our Ingredients Production Facility in Menomonee Falls, WI. You will lead plant operations, drive process safety, and deliver strategic plans to meet long-term goals while fostering an inclusive team culture.

Ideal candidates have a chemical engineering background and 8+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in supervision, plus experience in biotech/fermentation and process transfers. SAP experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• 8+ years of manufacturing experience with increasing responsibility.
• 5+ years of supervisory experience leading a diverse cross-functional team.
• 5 years of biotechnology/fermentation plant experience preferred.
• Experience with process transfer and scaling up.
• Experience in developing and managing annual budgets and financial controls.
• Experience with safety, environmental quality and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for safe, compliant, and responsible operations with focus on zero process safety incidents.
• Develop and execute a strategic plant plan aligned with long-term goals.
• Foster an inclusive, honest, and respectful team environment.
• Deliver high-quality services, processes, programs, and products to internal and external customers.
• Model effective communication, motivation, and best practices.
• Provide coaching and resources to improve individual and team effectiveness.
• Drive EH&S and quality improvements using ISO 9001 and RC 14001 systems.
• Foster development and growth of plant employees.
• Engage with the local community and plan for emergencies with responders.
• Support environmental objectives and continual improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Safety & Compliance

Communication

Budgeting

Education

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

8+ years manufacturing experience

5+ years supervisory experience

Biotechnology/fermentation plant experience

Tools

SAP

Job description

MANE is hiring a Plant Manager II for our Ingredients Production Facility in Menomonee Falls, WI. You will lead plant operations, drive process safety, and deliver strategic plans to meet long-term goals while fostering an inclusive team culture.

Ideal candidates have a chemical engineering background and 8+ years in manufacturing with 5+ years in supervision, plus experience in biotech/fermentation and process transfers. SAP experience is a plus.