Plant Controller

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for a Plant Controller for a well-established manufacturing organization based in Clinton, Tennessee. This is a full-time, onsite leadership opportunity supporting plant operations, financial performance, and continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Plant Controller serves as the financial leader for the manufacturing facility, partnering closely with plant leadership to drive profitability, strengthen operational performance, and support strategic decision-making. This highly visible role is responsible for forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting, inventory controls, financial reporting, internal controls, and business planning while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the operation. The Plant Controller will play a critical role in aligning financial performance with plant operations and driving accountability through data-driven decision-making.

PERKS

• Competitive salary of $100,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience
• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Consumer Driven Medical Plan with Health Savings Account and company match
• Pre-Tax and Roth 401(k) savings plans with company matching contributions
• Comprehensive dental and vision coverage with nationwide provider networks
• Generous paid time off program, including ten paid holidays annually
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage, with voluntary supplemental options available
• Educational assistance programs, including GED training, tuition reimbursement, and company-funded student loan repayment support
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their families

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead financial planning, forecasting, profitability analysis, and business planning activities for the manufacturing facility
• Monitor plant performance against operating plans, production goals, and key financial metrics while providing operational insights to leadership
• Drive cost reduction, productivity improvement, and efficiency initiatives while maintaining oversight of inventory controls and fixed asset accounting
• Support daily, weekly, and monthly KPI reporting processes and partner with operations leadership to drive accountability and corrective actions
• Strengthen cycle count processes and inventory accuracy in partnership with materials and operations teams
• Ensure compliance with SOX requirements, internal controls, company policies, and internal and external audit activities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Business required
• Minimum of 5 years of finance experience within a manufacturing environment required
• Experience supporting plant operations through forecasting, budgeting, cost accounting, profitability analysis, and financial reporting
• Knowledge of inventory controls, fixed assets, SOX compliance, and audit support activities
• CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary range of $100,000–$120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, ten paid holidays, company-paid life and disability insurance, educational assistance programs, student loan repayment support, and additional voluntary benefit offerings. Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.

ABOUT OUR SEARCH FIRM

Scion Staffing is a national award-winning staffing firm! Since 2006, we have had the pleasure of successfully placing thousands of talented professionals with amazing career opportunities. Through our innovative team building and recruiting solutions, we bridge the gap in executive leadership searches, direct hire recruiting, interim leadership placement, and temporary professional staffing. We are proud to be part of the Forbes lists of the Best Recruitment Firms and the Best Executive Search Firms in America. Additionally, Scion has been recognized as a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing firm as well as a top recruitment firm by The Business Times. Additional information about our firm can also be found online.

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