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Plant Manager IP Corporation - 2.9 South Bend, IN Job Details Full-time $165,000 - $200,000 a year 3 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Qualifications Performance monitoring Managing maintenance teams Financial operations Plant management Managerial strategic planning Performance improvement leadership Safety regulations Engineering Operations coordination planning Six Sigma methodology implementation Production safety compliance Engineering process optimization Environmental compliance Manufacturing facility Team development Key Performance Indicators Collaboration with product development teams Bachelor's degree in engineering Managing engineering teams Decision making Organizational skills Leading team collaboration initiatives Regulatory/legal compliance standards in production Quality standards in production Collaboration with manufacturing teams Managing manufacturing teams Environmental regulatory compliance Manufacturing maintenance Maintenance management Operational excellence initiatives
Full Job Description Plant Manager Location:
South Bend, IN (On-site) What is IP Corporation? IP Corporation is a privately held, family-owned chemical manufacturing organization with more than 70 years of stability, innovation, and growth. Headquartered in Minnesota, IP Corporation supports a portfolio of operating companies that manufacture and distribute resins, gel coats, composite materials, and specialty polymer solutions used across a wide range of industrial applications. Our operating companies—Interplastic Corporation, North American Composites, HK Research, and Molding Products—work together to deliver technical expertise, high-quality products, and long-term partnerships to customers around the world. We are known for our customer-first mindset, strong technical capabilities, and collaborative culture built on trust and continuous improvement. What is a Plant Manager? A Plant Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of manufacturing operations at a facility, including safety, production, quality, maintenance, and cost performance. This role provides strategic and operational leadership to ensure efficient, reliable, and compliant plant operations while driving continuous improvement and team development. What You Can Expect to Do as a Plant Manager:
Lead overall plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, production, and cost objectives are achieved Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with business goals Drive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with regulatory and environmental standards Lead and develop cross-functional teams, including Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering Monitor key performance indicators and implement improvements to enhance plant performance Oversee production planning and execution to meet customer demand and service expectations Manage plant budgets, capital expenditures, and cost control initiatives Collaborate with Supply Chain, R D, and Commercial teams to support business growth Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency, quality, and operational excellence What We Are Looking For in a Plant Manager:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field required 10+ years of experience in manufacturing leadership, preferably within chemical or industrial environments Proven leadership experience managing plant operations and cross-functional teams Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, safety standards, and regulatory compliance Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.) preferred Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, hands-on environment Why Join IP Corporation? Be part of a stable, privately held organization with long-term market presence Competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous PTO, and 401(k) with company match Opportunity to grow and make an impact in a collaborative environment IP Corporation are Equal Opportunity Employers. We encourage diversity in the workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #LI-IPCORP
