Plant Operations Executive — Lean Efficiency & Safety

Placements24; Queenstown (MD); On-site; USD 108,000 - 168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Company vehicle or travel allowance

Executive development programs

Job summary

Placements24 client in industrial manufacturing seeks a seasoned Plant Operations Manager for a Queenstown facility. You will lead production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain coordination, driving safety culture and operational excellence.

We value a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a proven track record of improving productivity and profitability through Lean practices and ERP/MES systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, operations management, business administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Minimum 8 years in plant management or operations leadership in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with goals.
• Mentor department managers and supervisors for high performance.
• Ensure safety, environmental, and regulatory compliance.
• Drive continuous improvement to cut costs and improve quality.
• Develop and manage the plant budget.
• Optimize resource allocation including labor, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions as needed.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
• Promote safety, innovation, and employee engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Lean manufacturing

ERP/MES

Quality systems

Change management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering/Operations Mgmt

Master's degree (a plus)

Tools

ERP systems

MES

Job description

Placements24 client in industrial manufacturing seeks a seasoned Plant Operations Manager for a Queenstown facility. You will lead production, maintenance, quality, and supply chain coordination, driving safety culture and operational excellence.

We value a strategic mindset, strong leadership, and a proven track record of improving productivity and profitability through Lean practices and ERP/MES systems.