Plant Manager

THE RITESCREEN COMPANY LLC•Fargo, ND

9d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

RiteScreen is seeking a Plant Manager to lead its Fargo, North Dakota manufacturing operation. This is a people-first leadership role that demands both operational excellence and a genuine commitment to building a great place to work. The right person leads from the floor, sets a tone of respect and accountability, and develops their team every single day. You will have full ownership of this facility and the support of a growing national organization behind you.

Requirements

5 or more years of plant or operations management experience in a manufacturing environment
Proven track record building and developing high-performing production teams
Strong working knowledge of lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Demonstrated experience managing plant-level budget and driving cost reduction
Solid understanding of employment law and OSHA compliance requirements
ERP system experience required
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills — equally effective on the floor and in the boardroom
High emotional intelligence and servant leadership orientation

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred

Responsibilities

Lead all day-to-day manufacturing operations to consistently meet production, quality, safety, and cost targets
Drive continuous improvement across all production lines using lean manufacturing principles
Develop and maintain production schedules that align with customer demand and business goals
Ensure equipment reliability through proactive maintenance planning and execution
Partner with supply chain to maintain material flow and manage inventory effectively
Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing production team in a competitive labor market
Build a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous learning on the plant floor
Conduct meaningful performance conversations and provide real-time coaching and feedback
Develop supervisors and team leads to grow their leadership capabilities
Foster an inclusive environment where every employee feels respected and has an equal opportunity to contribute and grow
Champion a zero-incident safety culture — lead safety observations, incident investigations, and corrective actions
Ensure full compliance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and all applicable state and local requirements
Own the quality management system at the plant level; drive root cause analysis and corrective action on quality escapes
Partner with the quality team to achieve and maintain customer satisfaction targets
Manage plant-level budget including labor, materials, overhead, and capital
Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities without compromising quality, safety, or team culture
Report on plant KPIs weekly and monthly to senior leadership with clear analysis and action plans
Partner with finance on budget management and forecast accuracy