Plant Manager

Flexcraft•Fort Worth, TX

48d

About The Position

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading all Plant level aspects of our plastics manufacturing facility operations. This role is responsible for delivering operational excellence across safety, quality, delivery, and cost while developing high-performing teams and driving continuous improvement. The Plant Manager will serve as the operational leader of the facility, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives while optimizing manufacturing processes, managing resources effectively, and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation. The ideal candidate is a proven manufacturing leader who combines strategic vision with hands-on operational expertise, has a track record of delivering results in complex manufacturing environments, and is committed to building sustainable, world-class operations for long-term success. The Plant Manager will be successful in building and maintaining a culture focused on our core values: OWN IT. This is a high-impact leadership role offering significant autonomy, strategic influence, and the opportunity to shape the future of a growing manufacturing operation. Important Note: We utilize a tool called Culture Index as part of our recruiting and employee development process. Candidates MUST complete the 5-minute survey at the following link prior to being considered for the opportunity: Click here to take survey.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or related field (Master's preferred).
7-10 years of plant or operations management experience in a plastics manufacturing environment.
Proven leadership experience with strong team-building and communication skills.
Deep understanding of blow molding, injection molding, and polymer processing.
Experience with ERP systems (IQMS preferred) and data-driven decision-making.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma certification.
Experience launching or scaling new manufacturing facilities.
Financial acumen and budget management experience.
Familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 and GMP compliance.

Responsibilities

Oversee all daily manufacturing operations including production, quality, maintenance, and logistics
Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company goals and market demands
Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for safety, quality, delivery, and cost
Optimize production processes to maximize efficiency, minimize waste, and ensure quality
Manage production planning and scheduling to meet customer demands and inventory targets
Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Build, hire, and develop a high-performing manufacturing team from the ground up
Create a strong organizational culture focused on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
Establish performance management systems and employee development programs
Foster cross-functional collaboration across operations, engineering, quality, and commercial teams
Mentor and develop future leaders within the organization
Champion employee engagement and retention initiatives
Assist in the development and management annual operating budgets
Drive operational cost optimization
Analyze manufacturing costs and implement strategies to improve margins
Justify and prioritize capital investments with strong ROI business cases
Monitor and report on financial performance against targets
Assist in the development of long-term strategic plans for capacity expansion and capability enhancement
Identify and implement new technologies and process innovations
Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, and Quality on new product launches and customer programs
Build scalable systems and processes to support future growth
Represent the facility in corporate strategic planning initiatives
Partner with commercial teams to ensure customer satisfaction and on-time delivery
Host customer visits and facility tours
Participate in new business development activities
Report operational performance to senior leadership and ownership