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Plant Manager

Matthews Professional Employment, Inc.
Village, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/16/2025

Plant Manager

The Plant Manager is responsible for directing and coordinating all plant operations to achieve production goals while maintaining quality standards, meeting customer delivery requirements, and controlling costs. This role oversees production, purchasing, and shipping coordination while managing budgets, workflow, employee relations, and performance standards.

Responsibilities of the Plant Manager

  • Plan, organize, and direct manufacturing and maintenance operations to maximize return on assets
  • Develop and implement strategies to minimize costs through efficient use of manpower, equipment, facilities, and materials
  • Ensure production schedules and quality standards meet or exceed customer expectations
  • Coordinate efforts across departments including production, scheduling, materials control, quality assurance, HR, and accounting
  • Lead daily production scheduling meetings to identify and resolve operational issues
  • Establish team and individual accountability for problem-solving and cost reduction initiatives
  • Oversee operating budgets and manage spending relative to production volume changes
  • Address employee concerns and grievances promptly while fostering a positive work environment
  • Provide input and recommendations regarding quality, performance, raw materials, packaging, and formulations
  • Maintain knowledge of current production and management practices, implementing best practices as appropriate

Requirements of the Plant Manager

  • Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Management, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in the food industry
  • Proven leadership and team management skills with a track record of employee development
  • Strong financial and analytical abilities, including cost control and budgeting
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

1st shift, DIRECT HIRE

Pay is $130,000 - $140,000 annually, based on experience

*If you have an open application with Matthews Professional Employment, Inc., please express your interest to your consultant*

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $130,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130,000 - $140,000

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