Plant Manager

Specialty Herd Solutions•Plymouth, WI

62d•$90,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of plant operations, including production, safety, quality, maintenance, transportation/ logistics, and inventory management. This “hands-on” role ensures efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations while being a part of and developing a high-performing workforce and driving a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum 7 years of manufacturing or plant operations experience
Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience
Strong knowledge of industrial safety and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.)
Demonstrated experience leading teams and improving operational performance
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Working knowledge of DOT regulations, driver safety requirements, and fleet compliance
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capability
Ability to analyze data and drive performance improvements
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Deep understanding of plant operations, safety systems, and quality processes

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred
Experience in chemical manufacturing or regulated environments
Knowledge of DOT regulations, fleet management, and transportation compliance
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification
Experience with ERP systems and production planning tools
Strong mechanical and process troubleshooting background

Responsibilities

Participate in and lead daily plant operations to meet production, quality, safety, and cost objectives
Optimize batch processes, reduce waste, and troubleshoot off-spec products
Develop, implement, and standardize SOPs and best practices across production
Monitor and achieve production KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives
Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and applicable regulatory requirements
Lead safety programs including PPE, LOTO, confined space, hazard communication, and spill response
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure corrective actions are implemented
Support and lead audits, inspections, PHAs, and MOCs
Oversee product quality, testing standards, and documentation accuracy
Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for quality issues
Ensure proper chemical handling, storage, compatibility, and disposal practices
Oversee equipment reliability programs, including preventive maintenance and repairs
Partner with maintenance teams to improve uptime and reduce failures (MTBF)
Ensure proper inspection processes and equipment standards are maintained
Manage material flow, inventory accuracy, and warehouse operations
Design and implement efficient inventory strategies (FIFO/FEFO)
Ensure accurate shipping, receiving, and documentation processes
Ensure compliance with DOT regulations including driver qualifications, hours of service (HOS), vehicle inspections, and recordkeeping
Hire, coach, and develop plant personnel
Establish performance expectations and accountability measures
Build bench strength and succession planning for key roles
Foster collaboration across departments (EHS, QA, Maintenance, Supply Chain)
Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements
Lead cost-saving initiatives and productivity enhancements
Utilize data to drive decision-making and operational strategy
Directly supervises production, operations, logistics and/or support staff
Responsible for performance management, training, and disciplinary actions
Leads cross-functional coordination across plant functions