Plant Manager

Job Description

LHH is seeking a Plant Manager for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a food/beverage manufacturing client located in Indianapolis, IN. This is a unique opportunity to join a well-established organization who is an industry leader in their field. In this role, you will direct all operations related to the manufacturing, quality, sanitation, and engineering teams at your manufacturing plant. You will have the opportunity to lead continuous improvement projects, implement change, manage P&L, and contribute to the growth of this facility and its employees. The compensation is commensurate to experience and will range between $130,000-147,000 per year plus bonus and includes several medical insurance options to choose from, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan.

***Company will not sponsor applicants for Work Visas***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of all production operations across the manufacturing facility

Review/revise standard operation procedures, prepare and maintain operations budget, and lead strategic planning meetings to ensure the achievement of company KPIs

Oversee all special projects and capital projects

Ensure all departments are operating effectively, encouraging collaboration, and adhering to quality and sanitation standards

Develop strategies to increase productivity and reduce waste

Focus on cost-effective initiatives to increase company profitability while maintaining high levels of customer service

Analyze production metrics and data to determine areas to improve

Foster a collaborative work culture through open communication, high visibility and strong leadership

Be a proactive leader, self-motivated and able to analyze, react and develop a plan of action and see it through

Be a team player, value people, and be able to work with diverse personalities and backgrounds

Ensure the plant is adequately staffed and trained

NON-NEGOTIABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering or a related field is required

Minimum of 7+ years of experience at the Operations Manager and/or Plant Manager level with responsibility over a food/beverage manufacturing plant is required

Must have 10+ years of experience within food/beverage manufacturing

Must have experience with sanitation within a food/beverage manufacturing facility

Previous experience and/or knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and SQF is preferred

Strong business acumen and experience with strategic planning, budgeting, improving EBITDA, resource allocation, gross margin improvement, human resources, customer service, and leadership of direct reports

Proven track record of implementing initiatives resulting in increased organizational efficiencies and profitable outcomes

Ability to maintain positive relationships with customers, employees and fellow leadership, exemplifying professionalism and driving a culture of positivity and excellence

***Company will not sponsor applicants for Work Visas***

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Plant Manager position located in Indianapolis, IN, please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visit

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

LHH / #JobOpening / #HiringNow / #NowHiring / #Hiring / #WorkWithUs / #JobAlert / #JobSearch / #CareerOpportunity / #HotJobs / #JoinOurTeam / #JobSeekers / #CareerGoals / #JobHunt / #JobVacancy / #ProductionPlanning / #ContinuousImprovement / #EmployeeEngagement / #CostSavings / #OperationsManager / #PlantManager / #ProductionManager / #ManufacturingManager / #FoodIndustryJobs / #ManufacturingJobs / #IndustrialJobs / #FoodProduction / #IndianaJobs / #IndianapolisIN / #MidwestJobs / #USJobs

Pay Details: $130,000.00 to $147,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Richard Bauchle

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

The California Fair Chance Act

Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Full-time