Plant Manager - Packaging

Jobot; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing packaging and plastics company in Bloomingdale, IL is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee operations and drive productivity. This role includes leading plant operations, ensuring safety and quality compliance, and managing a team to meet production goals. Competitive compensation and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation package – base + bonus

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package

Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years in manufacturing; at least 3 years in leadership.
• Background in contract packaging required.
• Manage teams of 15+ in a high-volume setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant operations including production, staffing, safety, and quality.
• Track KPIs around output, downtime, material usage, and safety.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, SQF, USDA standards.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Safety Compliance

Workflow Optimization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

Tools

ERP Systems

WMS Systems

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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Base pay range

$130,000.00/yr - $160,000.00/yr

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Job details

Plant Manager opportunity available with growing packaging/plastics company! (Bloomingdale, IL)- send resumes to [e-mail]

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Salary $130,000 - $160,000 per year

A Bit About Us

We are a single-source supplier of stock and custom packaging as well as packaging machinery and automation solutions. Our strategic and comprehensive approach gives you peace of mind knowing that we don’t just sell you a box; we provide consultation every step of the way for cost savings and enhanced productivity.

We are growing and looking for a Plant Manager to join the team!



Why join us?

• Strong company culture.
• Competitive compensation package – base + bonus.
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
  
  

Job Details

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant operations including production, staffing, safety, and quality assurance
• Manage throughput across seasonal spikes and steady cycles while maintaining operational consistency
• Track and act on KPIs around output, downtime, material usage, and safety
• Champion a culture of urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and support career growth
• Promote a disciplined, safety-first, team-oriented culture on the floor
• Collaborate with leadership, supply chain, and procurement to align production with customer demand
• Identify and proactively resolve bottlenecks before they impact output
• Maintain full compliance with OSHA, SQF, USDA, and internal quality standards
• Conduct regular audits, training, and process reviews
• Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and equipment remains production-ready
• Use ERP (Acumatica preferred) and WMS systems to track production, safety, and quality metrics
• Leverage data insights to make informed operational decisions
• Support automation, system rollouts, and other tech-driven process enhancements
  
  

Qualifications

• 7+ years of manufacturing or plant operations experience; at least 3 years in a leadership role
• Background in contract packaging, kitting, or secondary packaging is required
• Demonstrated success managing teams of 15+ employees in a high-volume setting
• Expertise in quality control, safety, regulatory compliance, and workflow optimization
• Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, Excel, and data tools (Power BI is a plus)
• Grit, urgency, and a “lead by example” mindset
  
  

Preferred Certifications

• Lean Six Sigma, OSHA Safety, SQF Practitioner, USDA Regulatory Training
  
  

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

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