Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee daily operations at a folding carton manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in packaging manufacturing, press room operations, team leadership, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily manufacturing operations, including printing, die-cutting, folding/gluing, lamination, and finishing.

• Ensure production targets are met while maintaining safety, quality, and on-time delivery.

• Manage production schedules, budgets, labor, and operating costs.

• Monitor KPIs, reduce waste, minimize downtime, and improve productivity.

• Lead maintenance, quality, warehouse, and production teams.

• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Resolve production issues and ensure customer requirements are met.

• Train, coach, and manage employees while promoting accountability and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 7–10+ years of manufacturing leadership experience.

• 5+ years of Plant Manager experience preferred.

• Experience in folding carton or paperboard packaging manufacturing strongly preferred.

• Strong knowledge of offset printing, die-cutting, folding/gluing, and finishing operations.

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen.

• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Experience with ERP systems; Radius preferred.

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.