Job Description

Job Description

A global materials manufacturer is seeking a Plant Manager to lead operations at its Louisiana facility. This role requires a hands-on, people-focused leader who can drive performance, safety, and cultural transformation within a complex, multi-shift operation.

The Plant Manager will oversee daily production while ensuring safety, quality, and compliance, and will play a key role in modernizing systems, improving KPIs, and fostering collaboration across all departments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and develop a diverse team across production, maintenance, quality, and logistics.
• Build and sustain a strong safety culture focused on continuous improvement.
• Implement lean manufacturing and process improvement initiatives.
• Manage budgets, optimize costs, and enhance plant efficiency.
• Partner closely with senior leadership to execute strategic and operational goals.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 10+ years of plant management or senior operations leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Background in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Proven experience leading teams through change and performance improvement.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and decision-making skills.
• Financial acumen, including P&L understanding and data-driven leadership.
• Hands-on, approachable leadership style with the ability to earn trust at all levels.

The company offers a competitive compensation package including base salary, performance incentives, and comprehensive benefits.

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