Plant Operations Leader: Safety, Lean & P&L Impact

CHEP; Pendergrass (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

CHEP is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a US in-house production site, driving total plant operations, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will manage budgeting, compliance, and people leadership to deliver excellence in safety, quality, and cost control.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years of plant leadership, strong Lean/CI experience, and a track record of improving performance metrics through empowering teams and rigorous commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of Plant leadership experience in manufacturing, logistics, or industrial operations.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ownership of site performance metrics.
• Strong people leadership and employee engagement capability.
• Experience with Lean, Continuous Improvement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and be accountable for health and safety of all employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Oversee equipment reliability and site operations to ensure continuity and efficiency.
• Manage plant P&L and drive site KPIs (safety, quality, DIFOT, cost, productivity).
• Develop and lead frontline leadership teams and talent development.

Skills

Change Leadership

Collaboration

Data Analysis

Data Literacy

Leadership

Lean

Continuous Improvement

Scheduling

Mentorship

Written Communications

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

CHEP is seeking a Plant Manager to lead a US in-house production site, driving total plant operations, safety, and customer satisfaction. You will manage budgeting, compliance, and people leadership to deliver excellence in safety, quality, and cost control.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years of plant leadership, strong Lean/CI experience, and a track record of improving performance metrics through empowering teams and rigorous commercial mindset.