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Plant Manager

Pacific International Executive Search
Omaha, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 9/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/10/2026

Pacific International has been exclusively retained by a Fortune 500 manufacturing organization, in the midst of a wide scale transformation. With continuous improvement at the forefront of this transformation, they are looking to bring a continuous improvement minded Plant Leader into a key operation.


You’ll focus heavily on driving the cultural shift of this key plant – building a mindset around - safety, quality, delivery, cost and continuous improvement. You will also play a key part in a large scale capital project within the facility – working to increase the capacity of the site.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop a manufacturing team to provide excellent customer service by focusing on safety, quality, delivery and cost.
  • Lead the manufacturing facility, driving a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence while overseeing all site operations.
  • Implement the organization’s Operating model – utilizing tools such as 5S to impact inventory and throughput
  • Sets clear production, quality, environmental, and reliability targets aligned with site goals and customer commitments
  • Builds organizational capability by hiring, developing, and retaining technical and leadership talent; ensures workforce engagement and performance alignment
  • Maintains a strong presence in the plant - engaging regularly and authentically with employees at all levels
  • Creates an environment where employees feel heard and valued; encourages feedback, listens actively, and communicates transparently


Requirements:

  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma methodologies
  • Must have prior experience serving as a Site Leader.
  • Bachelor's degree in the Engineering field or Business-Related Area.
  • 10 Years of Experience in a manufacturing leadership positions.
  • Travel up to 15%


About Pacific International:

Pacific International, a globally recognized retained executive search firm, is dedicated to empowering Fortune 500, FTSE 100, and high-growth enterprises in building exceptional C-suite, senior-level, and strategic leadership teams while championing diversity and inclusion. Our adaptability, agility, and forward-thinking ethos distinguish us in the ever-evolving business landscape.

Since 1997, we have been dedicated to building lasting client partnerships based on trust and reliability, and a proven track record of successful C-suite and mid- to senior-level leadership project delivery across many key industries globally.


Pacific International Diversity Statement:

At Pacific International, diversity, equity, and inclusion are at the core of who we are and what we do. Our commitment to these values is unwavering, and we proudly champion diversity on behalf of our clients in every Executive Search mandate we undertake. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. In pursuit of these objectives, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities.

For further information, please contact Laurie.hartsfield@pacific-international.com

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