Plant Manager I , Manufacturing Plant Management

About the role

The Plant Manager I at Vibrantz Technologies is responsible for leading manufacturing operations to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality production outcomes. This role drives operational performance by aligning strategy, people, and processes to meet business goals and customer expectations. The position plays a key role in optimizing productivity, controlling costs, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute manufacturing strategies that drive operational efficiency, cost performance, and growth
• Lead safety, quality, and environmental initiatives to ensure compliance and a strong safety culture
• Optimize production capacity, delivery performance, and overall plant productivity through data-driven decisions
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives using structured methodologies to enhance processes and performance
• Build and develop high-performing teams through talent development, engagement, and succession planning

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in a related field
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles within a plant environment or equivalent experience
• Proven ability to lead operations, drive productivity improvements, and manage cost performance
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems, quality standards, and regulatory requirements
• Experience managing operational metrics and driving continuous improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Preferred qualifications include a degree in engineering, operations management, or a related discipline
• Experience in complex or process-driven manufacturing environments
• Certification or experience in Lean or continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with ERP systems and quality management frameworks

Benefits

Vibrantz offers comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Pay

$106,670.15 - $133,337.69

Schedule

N/A

Total Rewards

We offer comprehensive total rewards packages including base pay, variable incentive programs, 401K, medical, dental, vision, life & disability, and variety of well-being resources that meet the needs of our diverse workforce. Union benefits are governed by the applicable collective bargaining unit agreement.

Location

Westfield, Massachusetts, US

Company Information

Vibrantz Technologies is a leading global provider of specialty chemicals and materials solutions whose purpose is to bring color, performance, and vibrancy to life. Serving over 11,000 customers, Vibrantz's technologies are trusted in a variety of advanced materials, color solutions and performance coatings applications and consumer products. We are experts in particle engineering, glass and ceramic science and color technology. Our technologies are used in small amounts to make big impacts on applications and consumer products, including durable vehicles and batteries, easier-to-clean appliances, energy efficient roof tiles and bricks, stronger and more decorative glass, and echo-friendly paints.

Vibrantz is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with over 50 manufacturing facilities and sales offices on six continents, and employs 4,500 individuals. Our shared culture is rooted strongly in our four core values that focus on winning with customers, striving for excellence, championing people, and doing the right thing. Vibrantz is owned by American Securities, a leading U.S. private equity firm that invests in market-leading North American companies with annual revenue generally ranging from $200 million to $2 billion and/or $50 million to $200 million of EBITDA. American Securities and its affiliates have approximately $23 Billion under management and are based in New York with an office in Shanghai.

For more information, please visit www.vibrantz.com and www.american-securities.com.

Vibrantz is committed to maintaining pay transparency in accordance with applicable laws and best practices. Compensation for this position will be determined based on a combination of factors, including education, professional certifications, relevant experience, and other job-related considerations permitted by law.

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Vibrantz is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. Vibrantz strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, gender, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable federal, state or local law.