Plant Manager – Production & Operations – $120K-$125K + Bonus

Fidelis Logistics•Roanoke, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Fidelis Logistics is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead production, safety, quality, and operational performance at our pallet recycling and logistics facility. This role is for a hands-on operations leader who thrives in fast-paced manufacturing environments and is passionate about team development, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and driving results.

Requirements

7-10 years of manufacturing, production, warehouse, or plant operations experience
3-5+ years of leadership experience managing supervisors and production teams
Strong experience managing plant KPIs, labor, productivity, safety, and operational performance
Experience with budgeting, cost control, and P&L management
Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment
Knowledge of OSHA, safety compliance, and continuous improvement practices
Experience with ERP systems, production reporting, and operational software
Strong communication, coaching, and problem-solving skills
Flexibility to support operational needs and production schedules as needed

Nice To Haves

Bilingual (Spanish/English) strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Lead daily plant operations to achieve production, quality, safety, and financial goals
Drive accountability, performance, and employee engagement across all departments
Manage labor planning, staffing, production flow, and operational efficiency
Monitor KPIs and implement process improvements to reduce downtime and increase productivity
Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and operational procedures
Partner with maintenance, logistics, quality, and leadership teams to optimize plant performance
Develop supervisors and production leaders through coaching and accountability
Drive cost control initiatives and overall plant profitability