Plant Operations Manager

Job Description

Plant Operations Manager – Topeka, Kansas

Lead with Purpose. Build What Matters. Drive Excellence.

Are you a seasoned operations leader who thrives on the plant floor? Do you know how to build high-performing teams, eliminate waste, and turn strategy into measurable results? If so, we want to hear from you.

We're looking for a dynamic and driven Plant Operations Manager to take the helm of our Topeka, Kansas manufacturing facility. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who is equally comfortable diving into production metrics and inspiring a team to reach new heights.

What You'll Own

This isn't a role for someone who manages from a distance. You'll be at the center of everything — from shaping long-range production strategy to walking the floor and driving a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Strategic & Production Leadership

Set and drive production schedules aligned with demand, capacity, and inventory goals

Monitor and act on key performance metrics — OEE, output, scrap rates, and changeover times

Report facility performance to senior leadership and keep operations on plan

Supply Chain & Logistics

Lead procurement and supply chain functions to ensure raw material availability and effective logistics

Maintain sharp inventory control and supplier accountability

Quality & Compliance

Partner with the QA team to ensure products consistently meet internal specs and customer standards

Own compliance with OSHA, environmental regulations, and industry requirements — including audits, documentation, and corrective actions

Safety Culture

Champion a zero-compromise safety culture

Enforce company safety policies and ensure all incidents are reported and resolved with proper corrective actions

People & Culture

Lead, mentor, and hold accountable production and maintenance managers and operations staff

Define staffing levels, shift structures, and responsibilities to meet operational needs

Build a culture grounded in communication, engagement, training, and cross-functional teamwork

Continuous Improvement & Cost Management

Drive Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and standard work initiatives to improve efficiency, yield, and quality

Analyze and act on operating costs — labor, materials, scrap, overtime, and energy — to improve profitability

Evaluate processes and equipment to identify opportunities for improvement and capital investment

What You Bring

Proven experience leading operations in a manufacturing environment at a senior level

Strong command of production planning, scheduling, and performance management

Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies

Deep understanding of OSHA, environmental compliance, and quality systems

A track record of building engaged, accountable, high-performing teams

Excellent analytical skills with the ability to translate data into action

A collaborative leadership style with the ability to influence across all levels of an organization

Ready to Make Your Mark?

If you're a results-oriented leader who takes pride in operational excellence and developing the people around you, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Full-time