Plant Manager — Lean Operations Leader (Union Environment)

ZRG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

ZRG is seeking a Plant Manager for their site in upstate New York. The role reports to the Global Head of Operations and focuses on driving productivity, growth strategies, and safety while delivering financial results. You will build high-performance teams and foster strong internal/external stakeholder relationships.

The position requires extensive experience in manufacturing leadership, P&L oversight, and a track record of continuous improvement in a unionized setting.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people empowerment with accountability.
• Strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Financial literacy with ROI-focused projects.
• Integrity and ethical conduct.
• Disciplined execution to meet the plan.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, and distribution.

Responsibilities

• The Plant Manager will safely deliver or exceed the financial plan through disciplined operational execution.
• Manage production processes and lead direct reports in a unionized environment.

Skills

Leadership

Administration and Management

Financial literacy

Integrity

Disciplined Execution

Production and Processing

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Operations Management

Job description

ZRG is seeking a Plant Manager for their site in upstate New York. The role reports to the Global Head of Operations and focuses on driving productivity, growth strategies, and safety while delivering financial results. You will build high-performance teams and foster strong internal/external stakeholder relationships.

The position requires extensive experience in manufacturing leadership, P&L oversight, and a track record of continuous improvement in a unionized setting.