Deputy Plant Manager, Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
Are you the production leader who can turn good lines into great ones?
We’re searching for a hands-on second-in-command who thrives in a high-speed plant and enjoys building teams as much as tuning processes. If you love SOPs, Kaizen, and the thrill of a flawlessly executed setup, this could be your next step.
Why you?
- Do you excel at team building, people leadership, and confident decision-making?
- Do you have a strong desire to learn and grow in a fast-paced environment?
- Do you pair mechanical/technical aptitude with proven leadership?
- Do you communicate clearly across operators, supervisors, and senior management?
- Do you bring real-world manufacturing experience to the table?
What you’ll work with
- Labor management systems for staffing and productivity
- Lean and Kaizen tools for continuous improvement
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and ISO 9001 practices
- Scheduling to balance resources and demand
- Operations analysis to pinpoint constraints and optimize output
- Machine setups for reliable, repeatable production runs
- Budgeting and forecasting to plan capacity and cost
- Plastic extrusion processes and related technologies
Nice to have
Background with extrusion, plastic bag converting, or paper converting is a plus.
What’s in it for you
- 9 paid holidays
- Benefits within 1 month of hire
- 401K with partial match after 90 days
- After 6 months: paid vacation days
- Monthly incentive plan
Core strengths we value
- Leadership / People Management
- Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, and Kaizen
- Production Optimization and SOP discipline
- Coaching and Mentoring
- ISO 9001 familiarity and adherence
- Scheduling and Labor Management Systems
- High-level Operations Analysis
- Machine Setups for Production Runs
- Budgeting / Forecasting Experience
- Plastic Extrusion Experience
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
Ready to help lead the plant and elevate performance? Let’s talk.
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