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Plant Manager

Talent Wave Associates
Decatur, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/18/2026

Are you a strategic leader ready to drive operational excellence in a dynamic production environment?

Our client is looking for a proactive leader to manage all aspects of plant performance, ensuring alignment with their long-term goals. This role involves overseeing production, maintenance, staffing, and safety to create scalable production systems and optimize asset utilization.

  • Lead Facility Operations: Manage daily production to meet delivery, quality, and safety standards.
  • Drive Cost Efficiency: Monitor performance metrics to reduce operating costs and ensure budget adherence.
  • Talent Leadership: Develop staffing strategies to build a strong and engaged workforce.
  • Process Optimization: Implement initiatives for efficiency, material utilization, and waste reduction.
  • Safety & Compliance Oversight: Promote a zero-incident culture and ensure regulatory compliance.
  • Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with various teams to align plant functions.
  • Budgeting & Forecasting: Manage budgets, forecasts, and capacity plans.
  • Asset and Infrastructure Management: Ensure maintenance of systems and machinery to prevent downtime.
  • Customer & Supplier Interface: Act as a liaison for client visits and supplier relationships.
  • Strategic Reporting: Provide insights and reports on KPIs, cost trends, and compliance status.

Your Background and Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
  • 10 years of leadership experience in manufacturing, with expertise in production, maintenance, and finance.
  • Proven success managing large teams in fast-paced environments.
  • Strong understanding of financial metrics and operational KPIs.
  • Experience in plant commissioning or start-up environments is a plus.
  • Knowledge of ERP systems, inventory control, and lean manufacturing.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • Safety-Centric Mindset
  • Inspirational Leadership
  • Excellent Communicator
  • Analytical Thinker
  • Results-Driven
  • Tech-Savvy


At Talent Wave Associates, we connect outstanding talent with exceptional opportunities. We're proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to fostering an inclusive, people-first recruiting experience. Ready to ride the wave of opportunity? Apply today!

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