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Plant Manager – Industrial Manufacturing
Location: Buford, GA
Salary: $130,000-150,000
Relocation: Relocation allowance available
Schedule: First shift (8:00 AM start), overseeing a 2-shift operation
Position Summary
We are seeking a Plant Manager to lead our industrial manufacturing facility in Buford, GA. This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of plant operations—from production and maintenance to safety and staffing—ensuring alignment with corporate goals and Lean manufacturing principles. The ideal candidate is a people-focused leader with a strong background in industrial manufacturing and a proven ability to drive operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead all site operations including production, maintenance, HR, inventory, and yard management
- Ensure a safe work environment and lead safety initiatives and improvements
- Drive Lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement efforts
- Collaborate with the Freight Manager and other cross-functional leaders
- Manage plant budgets and work with the Controller to track spending
- Monitor and improve data tracking and operational performance metrics
- Build and develop a high-performing team across all departments
- Support strategic initiatives including AEP’s insourcing efforts
- Maintain compliance with company policies and operational programs
Team Structure
Direct reports include:
- HR Representative
- Maintenance Manager
- Yard Manager
- Material Coordinator
- Plant Inventory Specialist
- Production Managers
Note: The Freight Manager does not report directly to the Plant Manager but requires close collaboration.
Qualifications
Must-Haves:
- 10 years of experience in industrial manufacturing, ideally 5 years as a supervisor and 5 years as a manager
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
- Experience managing budgets and interpreting financial data
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles and tools
- Ability to lead through safety changes and initiatives
- Data-driven mindset with experience in operational tracking
- Bachelor's degree OR equivalent experience in manufacturing leadership
- Stable work history (no frequent job changes)
Preferred:
- Experience in plastics manufacturing
- College degree
- Exposure to non-union environments
Salary : $130,000 - $150,000
