Plant Manager

Silgan Containers • St. Joseph, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Silgan Containers is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at our St. Joseph, Missouri, manufacturing facility. This position reports to the Director of Operations and provides leadership to all plant departments, including Production, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Materials, Human Resources, and Finance. The Plant Manager is responsible for directing and coordinating all manufacturing, financial, and operational functions to achieve plant goals in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCP). This role requires strong leadership, business acumen, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Requirements

• An associate's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of progressive operations experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong business acumen and ability to manage P&L performance.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with union contract administration and labor relations.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and driving measurable results.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations across production, maintenance, quality, materials, and HR to meet company goals for safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Promote a zero-incident safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, food safety, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and implement manufacturing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Establish and manage budgets, cost controls, and continuous improvement programs to achieve performance targets.
• Drive a results-oriented culture by defining clear goals, monitoring performance, and developing high-performing teams.
• Partner with Quality and Procurement to ensure production and purchased materials meet customer specifications.
• Build collaboration and teamwork through open communication and effective leadership.
• Ensure compliance with food safety and product quality systems.
• Perform additional duties and projects assigned by Operations leadership.

Benefits

• Excellent pay with annual merit increases.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Pet insurance, wellness programs, and online workout options.
• 401k retirement plan with dollar‑for‑dollar company match.
• Paid vacation, holidays, and tuition reimbursement.
• Long-term stability with opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree