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Plant Manager

Zing Recruiting
Columbus, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 3/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/23/2026
We are seeking a dynamic, results-driven Plant Manager to lead a high-performing manufacturing facility. This role oversees all production operations, champions continuous improvement, and ensures the site meets key Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (QCDP) performance objectives. The Plant Manager will provide strategic leadership, drive operational excellence, and develop future leaders within the organization.

If you are passionate about building strong teams, optimizing processes, and leading a plant toward world-class performance, this is a compelling opportunity to make a significant impact.

Location: Columbus, IN

Salary: $140K to $165K 12% Bonus

Relocation: Full Package

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • Proven experience in production or plant management.
  • Demonstrated success leading teams and managing cross?functional groups including Finance.
  • Strong financial acumen with the ability to build and manage budgets.
  • Results-oriented mindset with a track record of achieving performance targets.
  • Commitment to high ethical standards and organizational values.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop Autonomous Production Unit Managers and key support functions, including HR, Quality, Finance, Logistics, and Purchasing.
  • Drive plant performance across Quality, Cost, Delivery, and People (QCDP) metrics.
  • Build, manage, and achieve the plant budget.
  • Champion product and process improvements focused on QCD performance.
  • Lead plant-wide improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all levels.
  • Ensure manufacturing readiness for new launches and projects.
  • Ensure employee safety, environmental compliance, and plant security at all times.
  • Maintain full alignment with legal and regulatory requirements and serve as a key liaison with local authorities.
  • Support staffing, training, and ongoing development for all plant employees.
  • Identify and develop future operational leaders and subject matter experts.

If you are looking for a great company where you can make a valuable impact, please apply today for immediate consideration.

Zing Recruiting, a leader in the staffing industry for the past 33 years, continues our vision of ‘linking’ communities through employment. Zing’s dedication to the safety, health & well-being of our associates, clients and communities remains to be a #1 priority. Zing Recruiting is proud to be an EEOE, M/F/D/V, and we are committed to diversity both in practice and spirit at all levels of the organization. We encourage individuals with disabilities to apply for positions and will work to provide accommodation to those who need it.

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