Plant Manager - Bonne Terre

About the role

The Plant Manager will oversee all operations at the Bonne Terre facility, taking full responsibility for the plant’s P&L. Key responsibilities include developing and executing plans to improve profitability, productivity, and operational performance; managing labor, overtime, scrap, inventory, and operating expenses; establishing clear performance expectations and holding leaders accountable for results; and leading by example through visible participation in Gemba walks, problem solving, and employee development.

Responsibilities

• Own the plant's P&L and deliver annual financial targets.
• Develop and execute plans to improve profitability, productivity, and operational performance.
• Manage labor, overtime, scrap, inventory, and operating expenses.
• Establish clear performance expectations and hold leaders accountable for results.
• Utilize Leader Standard Work to reinforce Daily Management Systems (DMS), visual management, 5S, problem solving, and continuous improvement activities.
• Conduct routine audits to verify compliance with standard work and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead by example through visible participation in Gemba walks, problem solving, and employee development.
• Develop and sustain a culture focused on waste elimination, standardization, problem solving, and continuous improvement.
• Utilize data and root cause analysis to solve problems and eliminate recurring issues.
• Benchmark best practices across facilities and industries to identify opportunities for operational excellence.
• Lead facility-wide 5S implementation and sustainment.
• Build, coach, and develop a high-performing leadership team.
• Promote employee recognition and career development opportunities.
• Promote operator ownership of quality and process discipline.
• Drive behavior-based safety initiatives and employee involvement programs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience may be considered.
• 7+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience managing plant-level financial performance and budgets.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead through change and drive performance improvement.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead and motivate a diverse workforce.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with the ability to adapt to changing workloads and priorities.
• Self-motivated and self-directed with a forward-thinking approach to plant operations.
• Strong computer skills; proficiency with production management and reporting systems.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time while working at a computer or workstation.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and keyboards.
• Ability to communicate effectively in person, by phone, and via electronic communication.
• Occasional ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to move throughout the facility, including walking, bending, and reaching as needed.
• Visual acuity sufficient to read screens, documents, and reports.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Health care (medical, dental, vision).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• PTO (vacation, personal days, and 9 company holidays).
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
• Employee product discounts.
• Free hats.

Schedule

Full Time.

Location

On-Site – Bonne Terre, MO.