Plant Manager
Northwest Connecticut Region
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced, results-driven Plant Manager to lead daily operations for an established and growing organization. This individual will oversee production, maintenance, equipment operations, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring a safe, efficient, and high-quality environment.
The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience, a hands-on management approach, and a proven ability to optimize processes, improve operational performance, and develop high-performing teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Plant Operations: Oversee daily operations, including production scheduling, equipment management, maintenance, and resource allocation to meet quality, cost, and delivery objectives.
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Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop production managers, supervisors, and cross-functional teams while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
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Budget & Cost Management: Oversee operational budgets, control costs, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend capital investments to improve plant performance.
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Equipment & Maintenance: Manage preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability, minimize downtime, and maintain production efficiency.
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Quality Assurance: Partner with quality teams to maintain product standards, investigate production issues, and implement corrective actions to reduce defects and improve customer satisfaction.
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Operational Strategy: Establish and monitor KPIs, streamline processes, and align manufacturing activities with organizational goals and long-term growth objectives.
Qualifications
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
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7+ years of progressive experience in operations
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4+ years of leadership experience managing cross-functional teams.
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Strong understanding of processes, production planning, equipment maintenance, and operational efficiency
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Experience managing operational budgets, cost controls, and capital improvement projects.
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Familiarity with OSHA, ISO 9001, environmental compliance, and applicable process safety requirements.
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Strong communication, problem-solving, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment. They will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, employee development, and operational excellence while bringing a proactive, solutions-oriented approach to plant management.
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