Senior Plant Manager CO

Senior Plant Manager

A leading manufacturer in the animal nutrition industry is seeking a Senior Plant Manager to drive operational excellence and lead a turnaround initiative at one of its key production facilities. This role also provides oversight for a second facility operating in a more stable capacity. The ideal candidate will be a charismatic, hands-on leader with a proven track record in turnaround management, team leadership, and packaging automation.

About the Role

This is a high-impact leadership position responsible for all aspects of plant operations, including safety, quality, productivity, and cost management. The primary facility is undergoing a major transformation, requiring a leader who excels in change management, accountability, and operational efficiency. The secondary facility requires minimal but consistent leadership engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic & Operational Leadership:
  • Provide oversight for both manufacturing facilities, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Serve as a visible, engaging leader to drive accountability and foster a culture of performance.
  • Develop and mentor plant leadership teams to build a high-performing workforce.
• Turnaround & Continuous Improvement:
  • Lead process improvement initiatives, leveraging lean methodologies and problem-solving frameworks (DMAIC).
  • Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and operational inefficiencies.
  • Implement best practices to optimize safety, quality, and production output.
• Financial & Business Strategy:
  • Oversee plant budgets, capital expenditures, and cost controls to maintain financial health.
  • Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to drive strategic growth initiatives.
  • Ensure production aligns with demand—every unit produced is immediately sold, presenting a unique growth opportunity.
• Safety & Quality Assurance:
  • Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring compliance with all regulatory and company standards.
  • Support product quality improvements by ensuring all EQMS requirements are met.

Qualifications & Experience

• Required:
  • 4+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing operations.
  • Proven success in turnaround management and leading cultural change.
  • Strong ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
  • Strategic mindset with a hands-on leadership approach.
• Preferred:
  • Experience in animal nutrition or pet food production (e.g., Cargill, ADM, or similar).
  • Background in packaging automation and manufacturing efficiencies.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation with performance incentives.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and more.
• Career Growth: This high-visibility role offers opportunities for advancement into area or regional leadership positions.

This is an exciting opportunity for a proven turnaround leader to make an immediate impact in a fast-paced, results-driven environment.

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