Plant Operations Lead - Safety, Lean & Growth

CHEP; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay + annual bonus

Benefits from Day 1

401K with company match

PPE and safety equipment provided

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and parental/cre

Job summary

CHEP is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager in Temple, Texas to lead daily production, safety, and plant operations. You will supervise shifting teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement with a focus on cost efficiency and quality.

A strong background in manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics and forklift experience are key. You will partner with the Plant Manager to optimize staffing, training, and performance while upholding CHEP standards and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, warehousing, distribution, or logistics.
• Forklift operations experience is required.
• Proven track record with 1–3 years of stability and growth.
• Familiarity with OSHA and DOT regulations preferred.
• Results oriented with deadlines and budgets.
• Mechanically inclined with attention to asset utilization.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safety and regulatory compliance for site personnel and visitors.
• Maintain production and shipping schedules, ensure SOPs and PMS guidelines.
• Lead frontline managers, plan staffing, training, and development.
• Drive cost control, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Plant Manager on operational performance and P&L.

Skills

Manufacturing operations

Warehousing & logistics

Forklift operations

P&L & budgeting

Leadership & supervision

Safety compliance

Training & coaching

Decision making

Schedule management

Problem solving

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

CHEP is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager in Temple, Texas to lead daily production, safety, and plant operations. You will supervise shifting teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive continuous improvement with a focus on cost efficiency and quality.

A strong background in manufacturing, warehousing, or logistics and forklift experience are key. You will partner with the Plant Manager to optimize staffing, training, and performance while upholding CHEP standards and safety practices.