Traveling Plant Manager

Davita Inc.; Metamora (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing seeks a Traveling Plant Manager to provide leadership and operational support across various facilities. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing management and be willing to travel extensively, ensuring business continuity and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or plant management.
• Broad knowledge of safety, quality, production, accounting, and inventory management.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily plant operations and ensure safety and efficiency standards are met.
• Travel to various locations to provide support and fill in as Plant Manager.
• Train and mentor plant personnel to enhance team performance.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

The Position

We are seeking a Traveling Plant Manager to provide leadership and operational support across multiple manufacturing facilities. This role is ideal for an adaptable leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to learn. The selected candidate will be fully trained to support all segments, including pipe, plastics, structures, precast, prestress, and stormwater plants.

Why Should You Apply?

• Gain broad industry experience through hands-on training in multiple manufacturing segments.


• Play a critical role in supporting our operations and ensuring business continuity.


• Be part of a company that values growth, adaptability, and leadership development.

About the role:

• Travel to manufacturing locations (50-60%) to fill in as an interim Plant Manager or provide operational support.


• Manage daily plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, production, and efficiency standards are met.


• Learn and adapt to various manufacturing processes through comprehensive cross-training.


• Support plant teams by providing leadership, troubleshooting operational challenges, and driving improvements.


• Train, mentor, and develop plant personnel to enhance team performance.


• Collaborate with corporate and regional leadership to align operations with company objectives.

Qualifications:

• 3-5 years leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or plant management.


• Broad knowledge of business functions, including safety, quality, production operations, accounting, inventory management, cost control/profit and loss management, and shipping.


• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.


• Ability to learn quickly and adapt to different manufacturing environments.


• Willingness to travel extensively (50-60%) as needed.

If you're a motivated leader looking for a unique opportunity to grow within a diverse manufacturing environment, apply today!

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