Plant Operations Leader: Quality, Safety & Growth

The Royal Group; Montgomeryville (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Royal Group is seeking a Plant Manager to lead production operations, drive quality improvements, and ensure safe, on-time delivery. You will supervise supervisors, coordinate maintenance, and monitor costs while aligning with company goals.

Ideal candidates have substantial experience in corrugated manufacturing, strong leadership, and familiarity with production software and safety standards. This role emphasizes team development, process optimization, and reliable performance across the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with college/technical courses.
• At least 5 years of experience supervising in the corrugated industry.
• Experience with machine operations, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair.
• Machine-specific experience: gluing, flexo printing, ink, and color, litho labeling.
• Knowledge of paper stocks, board grade combinations, POP displays and printing processes.
• Knowledge of products, machine limitations and costing variables.
• Knowledge of industry specific safety standards and OSHA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise subordinate supervisors and/or production manager who supervise all plant employees.
• Perform quality checks and approvals on the production floor as needed.
• Set & maintain quality, efficiency, and production goals and monitor progress.
• Track waste data and work with direct reports and other departments to continuously improve.
• Investigate quality complaints (NCRs) and determine corrective action procedures when applicable.
• Monitor and report on-time delivery goals and performance.
• Ensure that the Production team works with the Maintenance department to coordinate and schedule machine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate plant safety, environmental and training activities in cooperation with the Human Resources Department.
• Analyze changes in the industry, research innovations in equipment that can be adapted to company operations and make recommendations to maximize sales, product quality, and customer satisfaction
• Participate in regular safety meetings and training.
• Approve time off requests for direct reports and plan for coverage and business needs accordingly.
• Act as backup to Floor Supervisors when coverage is needed.
• Coach and mentor direct reports through regular reviews and ensure that they are doing the same for their direct reports.
• Review and analyze production costs and product quality and modify production and inventory control programs to maintain and enhance profitable operation of the plant.
• Keep appropriate management informed of problems or situations that may affect the performance of the plant.
• Meet with customers, suppliers, and vendors as needed.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Comply with company policies and procedures and all applicable laws and regulations, including federal and/or state required environmental systems, OSHA Safety and Health rules, and standard operating procedures.
• Attend NINJA Meetings.
• Regular and predictable attendance.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Continuous improvement

Safety compliance

Manufacturing supervision

Problem solving

Communication

Production software

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED + college/technical courses

Job description

The Royal Group is seeking a Plant Manager to lead production operations, drive quality improvements, and ensure safe, on-time delivery. You will supervise supervisors, coordinate maintenance, and monitor costs while aligning with company goals.

Ideal candidates have substantial experience in corrugated manufacturing, strong leadership, and familiarity with production software and safety standards. This role emphasizes team development, process optimization, and reliable performance across the