What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plant Manager position at SP Associates, Inc.?
Plant Manager, Nonwoven Extrusion
Location: Upstate South Carolina
Company Overview
Our client, one of the world’s largest fiber companies, is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead its manufacturing operation in Upstate South Carolina.
Position Overview
The Plant Manager will oversee daily plant operations, with responsibility for safety, product quality, production performance, cost control, and employee development. This individual will establish operating priorities, strengthen accountability, and drive continuous improvement throughout the facility.
The successful candidate will bring at least 10 years of plant management experience and a demonstrated ability to build an engaged team while delivering consistent operational results.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead plant operations to achieve safety, quality, production, delivery, and financial objectives.
- Maintain a visible presence on the plant floor and model the standards expected of all employees.
- Develop and support department leaders, supervisors, and production teams.
- Establish clear performance expectations and hold employees accountable while providing coaching and support.
- Coordinate production, maintenance, engineering, quality, and other plant functions to meet customer requirements.
- Improve manufacturing efficiency, equipment reliability, product consistency, and material utilization.
- Identify and reduce downtime, scrap, waste, and unnecessary operating costs.
- Oversee production planning, staffing, and resource allocation.
- Manage plant budgets and support capital improvement planning.
- Promote safe work practices and compliance with applicable environmental, health, safety, and operating requirements.
- Communicate plant performance, priorities, and improvement plans to employees and company leadership.
Qualifications
- At least 10 years of plant management experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to lead by example.
- Experience managing plant performance, developing employees, and implementing operational improvements.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, maintenance, quality systems, budgeting, and cost control.
- Ability to evaluate operating data, identify problems, and implement sustainable solutions.
- Strong communication, organizational, and decision-making skills.
- Experience with polymer processing, extrusion, polyester resins, specialty polymers, fibers, or nonwoven manufacturing is preferred.
Leadership Profile
We are seeking a practical, accountable leader who earns credibility through daily involvement in the operation. The ideal candidate will communicate directly, address challenges promptly, and create an environment where employees understand expectations and take ownership of results.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Excellent benefits package
- 401(k) retirement plan