Plant Manager

The Plant Manager will take full ownership of daily plant operations, leading a team of production supervisors and staff across integrated foam and paper converting lines. You'll be responsible for hitting volume and quality targets, driving down scrap and downtime, and building a plant culture centered on safety and continuous improvement.Location: Tolleson, AZ (relocation assistance available) | Hours: M-F 8-5 | Type: Direct-hire | Compensation: $120-150k/year with BonusKey ResponsibilitiesLead production across foam, paper cup, and lid manufacturing lines to meet daily output and quality goalsOptimize thermoforming and converting equipment to reduce scrap and boost throughputManage a team of supervisors and shop floor personnel, with several direct reports at the leadership levelChampion a strong safety culture with a goal of zero recordable and lost-time injuriesControl raw material costs and manage inventory of resins, paperboard, and inksMaintain consistent product quality for food service customers, minimizing complaints and quality-related business lossDrive continuous improvement initiatives across the plantCoordinate maintenance schedules across foam and paper production equipmentPartner with sales and supply chain on scheduling and new product introductionsEnsure compliance with GMP, food safety, HACCP, and SQF standardsDevelop and train team members at all levels, building bench strength for successionWhat We're Looking For5+ years of experience as a Plant Manager in a manufacturing environmentBackground in automotive, packaging, or plastics manufacturing strongly preferredEngineering background with solid operations management experience running a sizable plantHands-on experience with plastics thermoforming and/or paper convertingBachelor's degree in a technical field preferredStrong mechanical, analytical, and problem-solving skillsLean manufacturing experience a plusExcellent written and verbal communication skillsA self-motivated, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment