What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager I position at Dart Container?
We are seeking a proven motivational leader to manage our high-performing manufacturing facility in Quitman, MS.
This role prioritizes employee safety and satisfaction, enforces strong financial discipline, and drives consistent performance across all key metrics.
The ideal candidate will develop and empower the leadership team while fostering reliable line performance. Success will be measured by achieving world-class OEE, and maintenance results, along with meeting targets in Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Operational Excellence.
Are you ready to take on the task at hand?
What You'll Do...
This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. From day one, you’ll be empowered to drive meaningful change and build something exceptional alongside a team that values excellence, safety, integrity, and innovation.
Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.
Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/
If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.
If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.
This role prioritizes employee safety and satisfaction, enforces strong financial discipline, and drives consistent performance across all key metrics.
The ideal candidate will develop and empower the leadership team while fostering reliable line performance. Success will be measured by achieving world-class OEE, and maintenance results, along with meeting targets in Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Operational Excellence.
Are you ready to take on the task at hand?
What You'll Do...
- Lead and manage our Quitman, MS facility
- Mentor a high-performing leadership and plant team, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement
- Drive world-class safety performance with a zero-incident mindset
- Deliver on all key KPI targets: Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Operational Excellence
- Achieve world-class OEE and proactive maintenance excellence
- Collaborate cross-functionally to align the plant’s operations with broader business strategies
- Proven experience as a Plant Manager or above (scope 200 employees, 24/7 preferred)
- Demonstrated success in developing, and retaining a high-performing, results-driven leadership team
- Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and systems
- A servant leadership mindset with the ability to inspire, engage, and empower
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to influence stakeholders at every level
- Experience working with EPS or similar manufacturing processes preferred
This is more than a job; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact. From day one, you’ll be empowered to drive meaningful change and build something exceptional alongside a team that values excellence, safety, integrity, and innovation.
Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We’re a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we’re proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.
Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.
Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.
- THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.
https://www.dartcontainer.com/eeoaa/
If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at (800) 545-3278 Ext 3370 or email us at ADArequests@dart.biz. Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.
If you experience difficulty applying online, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.