Plant Manager

6 days ago

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Capstone Search Advisors Full time

Position Summary:

The Plant Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of operations within a fast-paced food manufacturing facility, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production that meets customer, regulatory, and company standards. This role requires a proven leader with a strong background in
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
, capable of driving continuous improvement, fostering a culture of accountability and engagement, and delivering measurable results in productivity, cost, safety, and quality.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Leadership

  • Provide strategic and hands-on leadership for all plant operations including Production, Maintenance, Quality, Sanitation, Warehousing, and Scheduling.
  • Develop and execute short- and long-term operational plans aligned with company goals and growth targets.
  • Ensure compliance with all
    FDA, USDA, SQF/BRC, OSHA
    , and other applicable regulatory requirements.
  • Manage plant budgets, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions to meet financial and operational objectives.

Lean / Continuous Improvement

  • Lead and champion
    Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
    across all departments.
  • Facilitate Kaizen events, root cause analyses, and process optimization projects to reduce waste and increase yield.
  • Develop and maintain a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving at all levels of the organization.
  • Use data-driven analysis (DMAIC, SPC, OEE) to identify improvement opportunities and track results.

People Leadership

  • Build, coach, and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and empowerment.
  • Set clear expectations, provide regular feedback, and ensure ongoing development and succession planning.
  • Promote a culture of
    safety-first
    , enforcing safe work practices and ensuring a clean, compliant, and efficient facility.

Quality & Food Safety

  • Partner with the Quality Assurance team to ensure adherence to
    food safety and quality standards
    .
  • Drive continuous improvement in product quality, consistency, and customer satisfaction.
  • Ensure compliance with
    GMPs, HACCP, SQF/BRC
    , and other relevant certifications.

Performance & Reporting

  • Track, analyze, and report on key performance indicators including OEE, yield, cost per unit, waste, and downtime.
  • Develop and manage annual operating budgets, capital projects, and performance improvement plans.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain, R&D, Sales, and Corporate teams to support business objectives.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or related field; MBA preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience
    in food or beverage manufacturing, including
    5+ years in plant management
    .
  • Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred)
    or strong track record implementing Lean principles in manufacturing.
  • Proven success improving OEE, reducing waste, and optimizing throughput in a high-speed or complex production environment.
  • Strong understanding of
    food safety systems (HACCP, SQF/BRC)
    and regulatory compliance.
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead cultural transformation and build engagement at all organizational levels.

Core Competencies:

  • Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
  • Strategic & Analytical Thinking
  • Team Building & Leadership
  • Food Safety & Quality Focus
  • Financial & Business Acumen
  • Change Management
  • Safety & Compliance Orientation

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