Plant Manager

Reports To: Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Job Overview

Sylvan America is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily manufacturing operations and lead our production team. This position is responsible for production, packaging, maintenance, quality, safety, inventory, and employee development.

The Plant Manager will ensure operations run efficiently, production goals are met, and employees are properly trained while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations, including production, packaging, maintenance, quality, and inventory.
• Ensure production schedules and goals are met efficiently.
• Lead and support Shift Supervisors and production employees.
• Monitor production costs, reduce waste, and improve efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, GMPs, company policies, and regulations.
• Work with Maintenance to address equipment issues and prevent downtime.
• Manage raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods inventory.
• Train, coach, and develop employees and supervisors.
• Support employee evaluations, training, and advancement opportunities through Sylvan's Employee Development System.
• Identify opportunities to improve production processes, quality, safety, and overall performance.
• Communicate regularly with the COO regarding plant performance and operational needs.
• Travel to other company facilities, customers, or vendors as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Science, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred. An Associate degree with significant relevant experience may be considered.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing or plant operations experience.
• Previous experience leading production teams and supervisors.
• Experience in food, agricultural, dairy, packaging, biotechnology, or fresh product manufacturing preferred.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, production processes, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results.

Leadership Expectations

The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, accountable, and able to lead a team while keeping production goals, employee development, safety, and quality at the forefront.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person