Plant Manager
Sun Gro Horticulture · Anderson, SC · 3 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Job Responsibilities
- Provide clear guidance to the workforce regarding safety and productivity
- Develop short- and long-range operating strategies aligned with company goals
- Develop and train employees on how their roles impact company profitability
- Maintain a hands-on and accessible leadership presence
- Assist in developing long- and short-term planning, policies, programs, and objectives
- Establish and control plant operating budgets
- Formulate and recommend manufacturing policies and programs to improve competitiveness and profitability
- Direct and coordinate programs including training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, and security
- Ensure production meets plan, quality standards, and customer expectations
- Translate sales forecasts into executable production plans
- Ensure cost-effective utilization of the workforce
- Partner with supervisors and lead operators to develop staff
- Take timely corrective actions in accordance with company policy
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations
- Ensure optimal maintenance of plant equipment
- Recommend and implement approved capital projects and workplace improvements
- Manage inventory levels effectively
- Collaborate with Sales, Supply Chain, and Finance on business decisions
- Serve as a member of the Business Execution Team
- Ensure product quality meets or exceeds customer expectations
- Prepare and analyze operational and administrative reports
- General housekeeping duties
Qualifications
- Required: Able to work flexible, rotating production shifts 8/10/12 hours
- Bachelor’s degree in management or equivalent business experience
- 7–10 years of plant management experience
- Strong customer focus and ability to balance business and customer needs
- Fact-based decision-making skills with strong data analysis capability
- Ability to establish plans, set measurable goals, and anticipate obstacles
- Demonstrated change leadership and execution skills
- Strong coaching, leadership, and talent development capabilities