Plant Manager

Plant Manager Plastic Executive Recruiters, LLC Charlotte, NC Job Details Full-time $130,000 - $160,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Chemical Engineering Engineering Mechanical Engineering Root cause analysis Mechanical troubleshooting Full Job Description Plant Manager | Polymer Extrusion Facility We are seeking a technically savvy Plant Manager to lead our polymer extrusion operations. If you're the kind of leader who knows that a plant runs on both high-performance machinery and high-performing people, we want to talk to you. As the Plant Manager, you won't just be overseeing a floor; you'll be the architect of our production efficiency, the guardian of our safety culture, and the driver of continuous improvement.

The Role:

What You'll Do Drive Production Excellence:

Manage the daily operations of multiple extrusion lines to meet (and exceed) production targets while maintaining strict quality standards.

Optimize Technical Processes:

Oversee material blending, die setups, and cooling parameters. You should be comfortable "talking shop" regarding polymer rheology and mechanical troubleshooting.

Lead & Mentor:

Foster a culture of accountability and professional growth across production supervisors, maintenance tech, and operators.

Budget & P&L Ownership:

Manage the plant's bottom line, including labor costs, raw material waste (scrap reduction), and CAPEX projects.

Safety First:

Ensure 100% compliance with OSHA standards and internal safety protocols. No product is worth a person's well-being.

Continuous Improvement:

Implement Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies to reduce downtime and optimize changeover speeds. What You Bring to the

Table Experience:

7+ years in a manufacturing leadership role, specifically within polymer extrusion (profile, sheet, film, or tubing).

Technical Knowledge:

A deep understanding of single/twin-screw extruders, downstream equipment, and resin behavior (PE, PP, PVC, etc.).

Problem-Solving Skills:

You don't just see a bottleneck; you find the root cause and fix it permanently.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, or Plastics) or a related technical field is preferred.

Communication:

The ability to explain complex technical issues to stakeholders and motivate a diverse workforce on the floor. •Regional Search•Role will require relocation to the MTN West. H1

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$130,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of Injection Molding? How many years of extrusion experience? What type? (Profiles, Sheet, film, etc) What resins and products have you extruded?

Work Location:

In person