Plant Manager

Amcor • Griffin, GA

46d • Onsite

About The Position

As the Plant Manager, you’ll report directly to the Sr. Director of Operations and take the lead in driving performance across our plastic film manufacturing operation. You’ll set the tone for how we operate day-to-day—focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost—while helping us hit our broader business goals. You’ll also oversee all manufacturing activity at the site, making sure we’re running safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering (or a related field)
• 8+ years of manufacturing leadership experience (extruded plastics or blown film preferred)
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production environments
• Proven ability to lead teams in medium to large-scale operations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and motivational skills

Responsibilities

• Champion safety every day. You’ll be highly visible on the floor, leading safety initiatives and reinforcing a culture where zero accidents and zero incidents is the expectation.
• Ensure compliance. You’ll uphold OSHA standards and company safety policies—for yourself and your team.
• Build a strong, positive culture. You’ll foster an environment where employees feel engaged, supported, and motivated to stay and grow long-term.
• Drive operational performance. You’ll work to minimize scrap and maximize high-quality output, always looking for ways to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
• Manage costs and optimize processes. You’ll ensure we’re operating efficiently, focusing on value-added activities while consistently meeting production goals.
• Maintain strong controls. You’ll oversee inventory, financial processes, and capital spending to ensure accuracy and accountability.
• Continuously improve operations. You’ll identify and implement upgrades to equipment, processes, and production methods to boost performance.
• Lead and develop the team. You’ll guide managers and supervisors, ensuring they have the tools, direction, and support they need to succeed.
• Own capital projects and equipment reliability. You’ll manage projects, preventive maintenance programs, and key performance metrics to keep operations running smoothly.
• Ensure quality and food safety compliance. You’ll maintain ISO and SQF standards while reinforcing strong manufacturing and quality practices.
• Oversee site performance. You’ll be accountable for the safe, efficient operation of the Griffin facility.
• Pitch in where needed. Like any leadership role, you’ll take on additional responsibilities as the business requires.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans
• Flexible time off, starting at 80 hours paid time per year for full-time salaried employees
• Company-paid holidays starting at 8 days per year and may vary by location
• Wellbeing program & Employee Assistance Program
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
• Life insurance, AD&D, short-term & long-term disability, and voluntary benefits
• Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Tuition Reimbursement (dependent upon approval)
• Discretionary annual bonus program (initial eligibility dependent upon hire date)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager