Plant Manager

About the role

Price Industries, Inc. is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead our growing manufacturing facility in Suwanee, GA. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, managerial excellence, and integrity while driving continuous improvement and operational optimization. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategies that enhance quality, safety, stewardship, and customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all plant operations
• Plan, organize, and execute day-to-day operations to meet or exceed production and customer expectations
• Increase production capacity and flexibility while minimizing costs and maintaining quality standards
• Ensure production output, product quality, and on-time shipping
• Allocate resources to optimize facility utilization
• Implement strategies aligned with company initiatives and provide clear direction to the team
• Monitor operations, identify issues, and implement corrective actions
• Collect and analyze data to identify waste, overtime, and inefficiencies
• Maintain a commitment to plant safety policies and procedures
• Develop systems and processes to track productivity metrics and performance targets
• Address employee issues or grievances and administer the plant’s collective bargaining agreement
• Stay current with production management best practices and concepts

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Industrial discipline preferred
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing operation, with plant or operations management background
• 8+ years of solid managerial experience
• Proven knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources)
• Familiarity with industry-standard equipment and technical expertise
• Knowledge of safety, quality, productivity, inventory, and stewardship principles
• Computer literacy and proficiency in relevant software
• Ability to create accountability and lead by example
• Strong team-building, decision-making, and people management skills
• Demonstrated accomplishments relevant to the position

Experience/Skills

• Exceptional leadership with a sense of urgency and strong aptitude
• Effective communication and motivation skills to drive team performance
• Ability to develop and maintain a customer-focused team environment
• Strong problem-solving and decisive action-taking abilities
• Visibility and approachability on the manufacturing floor
• Organizational skills in strategic thinking, team building, lean manufacturing, coaching/mentoring, material logistics, and inventory management
• Experience in a dynamic manufacturing environment with fluctuating demands
• Ability to manage time effectively regarding production deadlines and shipping dates

About Price Industries

Price Industries is the leading provider of non-residential air distribution products across North America. As a privately held family company with a 75-year heritage, we are committed to innovation, service, and social responsibility. We value passionate and adaptable individuals who contribute to our future growth and uphold our vision and values.