Plant Manager - Nacogdoches, TX

Greif, Inc.; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 98,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Local benefits

Job summary

Greif, Inc. in Nacogdoches, TX is seeking a hands-on Plant Manager to lead our plastics manufacturing site. You will drive safety, quality, productivity, and Lean initiatives while building a high-performing team on the plant floor.

You'll partner with maintenance, engineering, quality, and planning to optimize operations, coach associates, and ensure achievement of short- and long-term facility goals in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Significant manufacturing leadership experience in a plant environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing equipment.
• Hands-on leadership style with visibility on the plant floor.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations for a plastics manufacturing facility of ~86 associates.
• Provide visible, hands-on leadership while fostering trust and teamwork.
• Drive improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce waste, and enhance efficiency.
• Apply Lean principles to strengthen plant performance and monitor results.
• Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, quality, safety, and planning teams.
• Coach and develop associates, setting clear performance expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Bilingual English/Spanish

Lean Manufacturing

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world's most in demand and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life's essentials - and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders. Learn more about the company's Customized Polymer, Sustainable Fiber, Durable Metal, and Integrated Solutions at www.greif.com and follow Greif on Instagram and LinkedIn. OUR VISION: To Be the Advantage That Helps Our Customers Win. OUR PURPOSE: Creating packaging solutions for life’s essentials.

Job Requisition #: 035651 Plant Manager - Nacogdoches, TX (Open)

Job Description: Plant Manager – Nacogdoches, TX

Location: Nacogdoches, Texas

Schedule: Full-Time | 6:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Business: Plastics Manufacturing Site: Approximately 86 Associates

Lead the Team. Build Trust. Improve Performance. Greif is seeking a hands-on Plant Manager to lead our plastics manufacturing facility in Nacogdoches, Texas. Your ability to connect with associates, understand the operation, and turn opportunities into meaningful improvements will be critical to the plant’s continued success. We’re looking for an experienced manufacturing leader who is visible on the plant floor, builds strong relationships, develops people, and drives continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead day-to-day operations for a plastics manufacturing facility of approximately 86 associates.
• Provide visible, hands-on leadership while building a culture of trust, accountability, and teamwork.
• Drive improvements in safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and equipment performance.
• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase operational efficiency.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles to strengthen plant performance.
• Monitor production results, identify performance gaps, and implement practical solutions.
• Partner with maintenance, engineering, quality, safety, and other teams to address equipment and operational challenges.
• Coach, develop, and engage associates while establishing clear performance expectations.
• Support production planning, budgeting, and short- and long-term facility needs.
• Champion a strong culture of workplace safety.

What We’re Looking For

• Bilingual English/Spanish skills highly preferred (but not required).
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Significant manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within a plant environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Hands-on leadership style with a willingness to be visible and engaged on the plant floor.
• Proven ability to improve manufacturing efficiency and operational performance.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
• Solid interpersonal skills and organization skills required.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to build relationships, develop teams, and inspire confidence across the organization.
• ERP and Manufacturing Software: Proficiency in enterprise platforms like SAP or Oracle to track inventory, supply chains, and resource planning preferred.

Why Greif At Greif, we are committed to safety, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and developing our people. If you’re a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys building strong teams, solving problems, improving processes, and making a visible impact, we’d like to hear from you.

At Greif, we believe that our colleagues are the center of our success. Our Total Rewards have a comprehensive focus on well-being and offer a competitive package that enables you to thrive, be engaged, and reach your full potential.

Benefits Statement: Greif offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive core benefits, paid time off, and a range of local benefits for eligible colleagues.

Compensation Range: The pay range for this position is $97,600.00 - $166,200.00 annually. Typically, a competitive wage for new hires will fall between135,000.00 to150,000.00 annually. Offers for this position may vary based on market data and other factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. The position may also be eligible for a short-term incentive.

EEO Statement: https://www.greif.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/HR-101-Equal-Employment-Opportunity-Policy-English.pdf We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits and opportunity for growth. Greif is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sex, race, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, veteran status or any other any other legally protected characteristic. For more information read Greif’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

Founded in 1877, Greif is a global leader in performance packaging located in 40 countries. The company delivers trusted, innovative, and tailored solutions that support some of the world’s most demanding and fastest-growing industries. With a commitment to legendary customer service, operational excellence, and global sustainability, Greif packages life’s essentials – and creates lasting value for its colleagues, customers, and other stakeholders.