Production Manager

Insight Global; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 147,500 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

A large consumer packaged goods organization is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee all operations at a high-volume manufacturing site in Newark, NJ. This full-time role involves ensuring plant performance, managing production, quality, safety, and cost management. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and over 8 years of manufacturing experience, with proven leadership and interpersonal skills. The company fosters a collaborative culture and requires experience in handling employee relations. Competitive compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of manufacturing experience with a strong technical background.
• Prior Plant Manager or Production Manager experience required.
• Experience in high-speed, high-volume manufacturing and packaging environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations including production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and staffing.
• Set performance goals and manage direct reports across functional teams.
• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and transparency.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Technical background

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Plant Manager / Manufacturing Site Manager

Shift: 1st Shift (Day Shift)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Compensation:

• Base Salary Range: $147,500 – $165,000

Overview / Job Description

A large consumer packaged goods manufacturing organization is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager to oversee all operations at a high-volume manufacturing site. This role has full accountability for plant performance, including production, quality, safety, cost management, and people leadership across manufacturing and packaging operations.

As the senior leader on site, the Plant Manager will work closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and EHS partners to drive operational excellence while cultivating a transparent, collaborative, and results-driven culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all site operations including production, maintenance, quality, logistics, and staffing.
• Set performance goals and manage direct reports across functional teams.
• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with all EHS, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Partner with HR to support workforce planning, hiring, and onboarding.
• Manage operating costs and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Required Skills, Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering
• 8+ years of manufacturing experience with a strong technical background.
• Prior Plant Manager or Production Manager experience is required.
• Experience in high-speed, high-volume manufacturing and packaging environments.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience handling employee relations issues and partnering closely with HR.

Plusses

• Experience managing capital projects in a manufacturing environment
• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement exposure