Plant Director

Position: PLANT DIRECTOR

Location: Dallas, TX

Duration: Fulltime Permanent

POSITION IMPACT: As Plant Director, you'll lead our client's Dallas, TX bottling and distribution facility

with full responsibility for overall performance. Beyond driving operational excellence, you'll foster a

safe, supportive workplace where employees can thrive, while championing environmental stewardship

and sustainable practices that positively impact both our people and our community. This position will

report directly to a Regional Vice President.

COMPANY & CULTURE: Our client believes in creating healthier lives, healthier communities, and a

healthier planet. A rich and proud legacy that goes back well over 100 years, and today, they are a

global team across 21 countries. The company believes that investing in their associates is vital--they are

empowering their teams to embrace diversity of thought, solve problems faster, and create innovative

solutions that meet their customers' needs now and into the future. A diverse organization made up of

13K+ extraordinary associates, welcoming every race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and

background. Additionally, recruiting and supporting veterans is a priority. The culture is built on a core

value of respect — respect for each other, customers, business partners, communities, and our planet.

They are dedicated to environmental responsibility through initiatives like waste reduction, recycling,

and efficient transport, aligning with values of eco-conscious professionals.

 Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or a closely related discipline

(Master's degree preferred).

 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including cross-functional assignments, with

a minimum of 3 years in a hands-on plant leadership role in a comparable size (200 emps),

overseeing managers and frontline teams. Experience driving or helping with a turnaround

preferred. Solid job history, no job hopping

 Background in consumer-packaged goods is required; food or beverage industry experience is

strongly valued, as is prior work in filling, canning or bottling in a 24/7 environment.

 Solid technical expertise in plant operations, warehousing, and distribution, along with a broad

understanding of key support functions such as finance, planning, safety, quality, and HR.

 A leadership style grounded in integrity, authenticity, and strong personal character.

 Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence

at all levels of the organization.

 Ability to easily connect with and relate to the hourly workforce — approachable, engaging, and

able to build rapport across all levels.

 Proficiency with digital tools, including Microsoft Office applications and enterprise systems

(Any top-tier ERP platform – SAP and Oracle EBS would be a big PLUS).

 Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and guide teams through operational excellence and

cultural transformation initiatives.

 History of building engaged, high-performing teams and fostering a workplace culture rooted in

collaboration and respect.

 Experience mentoring and developing leaders while achieving performance goals through

effective people management.

 Hands-on exposure to continuous improvement practices, with Six Sigma, Lean, or TPM (Total

Performance Management) expertise considered a strong plus.

 Excellent problem-solving skills.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop and retain great talent – build a strong, engaged leadership team and invest in employee

growth through mentoring, development, and clear career pathways. Directly manage 4-6 managers and

200+ total employees (non-union).

• Create a culture of respect and belonging – foster a positive environment where every team member

feels valued, heard, and able to contribute to shared success.

• Champion holistic facility performance – oversee the full spectrum of operational and performance

metrics a 24/7 bottling and distribution facility, ensuring success in a way that supports both people and

the planet.

• Deliver business results with integrity – manage the facility's financial performance (P&L) and ensure

customer satisfaction while aligning operations with sustainable, responsible practices.

• Prioritize safety and quality of life – serve as a visible advocate for national Safety and Quality

programs, ensuring every employee has a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace.

• Collaborate for impact – build strong relationships with fellow plant leaders, corporate partners, and

cross-functional groups like Logistics and Tankering to ensure smooth operations and sustainable

resource use.

• Plan for excellence – partner with the scheduling team to build efficient production plans that balance

business needs with environmental stewardship.

• Advance continuous improvement – embed Continuous Excellence and Total Performance

Management (TPM) methodologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and responsible growth.

• Ensure responsible compliance – lead operations in full alignment with company policy, as well as all

Federal, State, and local environmental and safety regulations.

• Be a community partner – build trusted relationships with local stakeholders, ensuring the facility

contributes positively to the surrounding community and environment.