Plant Manager

About the role

Silgan Closures is seeking an experienced Plant Manager for our Hazleton, PA, manufacturing facility. The role oversees Production, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Materials, Human Resources, and Finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage plant operations across production, maintenance, quality, materials, and human resources to ensure goals are met for safety, product quality, on-time delivery, and cost control.
• Promote a zero-incident safety culture and ensure compliance with Silgan’s safety policies, food safety standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies to position the plant as a cost-effective, high-performing producer.
• Establish and manage budgets, cost controls, and continuous improvement programs to achieve financial and operational targets.
• Drive a results-oriented management culture by defining accountabilities, monitoring performance, and developing high-performing teams.
• Partner with Quality and Procurement to ensure production and purchased materials meet or exceed customer requirements.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and teamwork through open communication and participative leadership.
• Support food safety and product safety systems within the plant.
• Perform additional duties and projects as assigned by Operations leadership.

Requirements

• An associate's degree or equivalent experience is required; a bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong business acumen and ability to manage P&L performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with union contract administration and labor relations.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and driving measurable results.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for long periods of time.

Skills

• Leadership and team management skills.
• Strategic planning and implementation skills.
• Financial analysis and budgeting skills.
• Quality assurance and compliance skills.
• Union contract administration and labor relations skills.
• Project management and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

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Pay

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