Plant Manager Job Opening in the Junction City, Kansas Area

JMJ PHILLIP; Junction City (KS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing facility in Junction City is seeking a strategic Plant Manager to lead operations at their drywall joint tape facility. The role emphasizes safety, operational excellence, and a strong employee experience while overseeing a budget and ensuring compliance with environmental and financial targets.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 5 in leadership roles.
• Proven team leadership and development skills.
• Extensive technical training and plant leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Instill a safety-first culture compliant with OSHA.
• Oversee quality systems to meet specification criteria.
• Manage resources to stay within cost budgets.

Skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

BA or BS in engineering, business, or related field preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Teams

SAP

ERP systems

HMI

Ladder logic

Job description

We are on the lookout for a strategic and dynamic Plant Manager to lead the operations of a prominent drywall joint tape manufacturing facility in the Junction City, Kansas area. The role is pivotal in fostering a culture of safety, continuous improvement, and employee engagement in alignment with our client's Vision, Mission Statement, and Values. This position is ideal for a leader who prioritizes operational excellence and the employee experience as key to creating a world-class business.

Responsibilities:

• Instill a safety-first culture aiming for an incident-free environment in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Ensure adherence to waste, energy, and sustainability targets.
• Oversee quality systems to meet strict specification criteria.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Customer Service to meet service levels.
• Understand product formulation, machine batch sequencing, and application standards.
• Maintain equipment to meet benchmarks and environmental regulations.
• Manage resources to stay within cost budgets.
• Ensure compliance with financial controls, business plans, and continuity strategies.

Reporting Structure:

• Reports to the Finishing Operations Manager and manages a significant fiscal budget.

Travel and Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Up to 5% travel; supervises 4 staff directly and oversees 15 indirectly.

Qualifications:

• BA or BS in engineering, business, or related field preferred, with extensive technical training and plant leadership experience.
• 8-10 years of manufacturing experience, with at least 5 in progressive leadership roles.
• Proven team leadership and development skills.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Teams, SAP, ladder logic, HMI, and ERP systems.
• Experience in warehouse, inventory management, and international shipping standards.

If you're a seasoned plant manager passionate about operational excellence and fostering a collaborative environment, we invite you to apply. Join us in achieving safety, quality, and efficiency benchmarks while nurturing a culture of respect and excellence.

Junction City, Kansas, offers a high quality of life with diverse housing options, a strong community, natural beauty, and a thriving economy spanning healthcare, education, manufacturing, and agriculture. Its strategic Midwest location provides ample professional opportunities and a welcoming environment for growth and networking. Whether seeking career advancement or small-town tranquility, Junction City presents a compelling destination for your next chapter.