Plant Site Manager

Key Responsibilities: Lead plant operations focusing on safety, cost, quality, uptime, and efficiency Ensure compliance with OSHA and safety regulations Drive production targets, quality standards, and on-time delivery Develop and execute short- and long-term operational strategies Manage departments including production, quality, maintenance, shipping, and scheduling Build, mentor, and lead high-performing teams Optimize plant processes to become a low-cost, high-efficiency producer Manage plant assets and align operations with strategic business goals Collaborate with leadership and other facilities for operational alignment Must-Have Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's preferred but not mandatory) 6+ years of production/plant management experience Strong experience in manufacturing operations (paper/packaging preferred) Proven leadership in managing teams in a high-speed manufacturing environment Strong operational and process improvement experience Required Skills Deep understanding of manufacturing processes (corrugating & converting equipment preferred) Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills Ability to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Experience managing multiple departments and priorities Strong communication and interpersonal skills Preferred / Nice-to-Have Skills Experience in paper, packaging, or container manufacturing industry Exposure to large-scale manufacturing environments Strong background in lean manufacturing and process optimization Core Competencies Leadership and team building Strategic thinking and execution Operational excellence and efficiency Performance management and accountability Problem-solving and decision-making Education High School Diploma (Required) Bachelor's Degree (Preferred) Additional Notes Role requires strong hands-on leadership and plant operations experience Ideal candidate should have experience in paper/packaging manufacturing environments Focus on building a safe, efficient, and high-performing plant culture