Plant Manager

Job Title: Plant Manager

Department: Operations

Reports To: Director of Operations

FLSA Status: Exempt

Supervises: 3 Production Managers and approximately 175 hourly employees

Position Summar

ySymbiotic Services is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee day-to-day manufacturing operations for a large-scale production facility. This role partners closely with the Director of Operations and is responsible for production performance, quality assurance, scheduling, process improvement, employee development, and workplace safety. The Plant Manager will ensure operational compliance with company policies and customer expectations while driving efficiency and continuous improvement throughout the facility

.This description outlines the general responsibilities and requirements of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties

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Essential Functions & Responsibiliti

• esOversee daily, weekly, and monthly production performance and KPIs across manufacturing departments including Upholstery, Sewing, Cutting, and Stock Roo
• m.Implement operational controls, reporting procedures, and workforce management systems to ensure efficiency, quality, and financial stabilit
• y.Provide leadership and guidance to Production Managers and Supervisors regarding hiring, attendance management, training, and performance evaluation
• s.Monitor operational KPIs and contribute to forecasting and departmental budget plannin
• g.Collaborate with department leaders to implement company-wide initiatives and operational improvement
• s.Communicate organizational decisions, policies, and operational updates to management team
• s.Partner with production leadership to develop downtime and efficiency tracking systems that minimize operational losse
• s.Manage operational projects of varying scope, including facility improvements and process initiative
• s.Establish goals and development objectives for the operations management tea
• m.Optimize workforce levels while managing overhead and material costs to support annual budget target
• s.Recommend and implement manufacturing policies and programs that strengthen competitiveness and profitabilit
• y.Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce scrap, and improve quality through continuous improvement initiative
• s.Direct programs related to training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, and employee engagemen
• t.Lead capital and facility improvement projects such as equipment installation and layout change
• s.Participate in internal committees and cross-functional initiative
• s.Support employee training and onboarding program
• s.Address operational issues, escalate concerns when appropriate, and collaborate with leadership on solution
• s.Ensure safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) are consistently followe
• d.Carry out managerial responsibilities in accordance with company policies and applicable regulation
• s.Perform additional duties as required to support efficient operation

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Experience & Education Requireme

• ntsBachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experien
• ce.Minimum of 5 years of plant or production leadership experience within furniture manufacturing, wood products, upholstery, or a similar labor-intensive manufacturing environme
• nt.3–5 years of experience supervising managers or exempt staff in a manufacturing environme
• nt.Experience developing operational systems and workflows within a customer-focused manufacturing busine
• ss.Demonstrated experience managing diverse teams with varying backgrounds and work styl

es.
Knowledge, Skills & Abili

• tiesProven ability to lead large hourly workforces in multi-shift manufacturing environments, including workforce planning, staffing, and performance managem
• ent.Strong knowledge of furniture manufacturing processes such as upholstery, finishing, assembly, machining, or materials handl
• ing.Demonstrated success leading continuous improvement initiatives that improve productivity, quality, throughput, inventory turns, or cost efficie
• ncy.Strong business acumen with the ability to make decisions with an enterprise-wide perspect
• ive.Skilled in coaching, negotiation, and influencing stakeholders at multiple organizational lev
• els.Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication ski
• lls.Strategic and forward-thinking mindset with strong problem-solving capabilit
• ies.Ability to balance priorities, execute initiatives, and maintain operational urge
• ncy.Comfortable addressing complex employee matters with professionalism and t
• act.Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Finance, Human Resources, IT, Customer Service, Continuous Improvement, and executive leaders

hip.
Technology & Communication S

• killsStrong English communication skills including speaking, reading, and wri
• ting.Ability to lead meetings and respond effectively to employee and leadership inqui
• ries.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite or similar business soft
• ware.Experience working with ERP systems and manufacturing-related software platf

orms.
Travel & Additional Requir

• ementsApproximately 10–20% local travel within the
• state.Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required to support operational needs, events, or project dead

lines.
Physical Requirements & Work Envi

ronmentThis position requires work in both office and manufacturing environments. Duties include prolonged periods working at a computer as well as time spent on the production

floor.Employees may regularly walk, stand, bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The role may require lifting or moving items up to 50 pounds. Exposure to manufacturing equipment, moving mechanical parts, noise, dust, and varying environmental conditions may occur. Appropriate safety precautions and personal protective equipment must be used at all

times.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job fun