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Plant Controller

Confidential Company
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 11/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/29/2026

A well-established, publicly traded manufacturer is seeking a Plant Controller for operations in Milwaukee.


This role combines ownership of plant accounting with direct involvement in operational decisions. You’ll partner with operational leadership, lead a team, and help translate financial results into improvements across the business.


Why consider it?

  • Amazing retirement benefits including 401K and a pension
  • Health coverage starting immediately
  • Established team with strong employee tenure
  • Career progression opportunities across other business units and corporate
  • Broad responsibility and direct access to plant leadership


What you’ll own:

  • Plant accounting, monthly close, financial reporting and internal controls
  • Standard costing, inventory and production variance analysis
  • Annual budgets and monthly forecasts
  • Financial analysis to identify cost savings and improve plant performance
  • Payroll oversight and accounting team development


Ideal background:

  • Manufacturing accounting experience, including standard costing
  • Strong general accounting skills and budgeting exposure
  • Ability to partner with operations while remaining hands-on
  • Public accounting/industry mix welcome
  • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or a related field preferred



Salary : $130,000 - $150,000

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