Plant Manager

Arkansas Talent Group is partnering with our client, a growing chemical dispensing/manufacturer to find their next Plant Manager. The Plant Manager oversees all manufacturing, production, and warehousing operations within the facility.. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality production output while driving continuous improvement across processes, people, and equipment. The Plant Manager will lead cross-functional coordination, operational planning, resource allocation, and performance management to meet organizational goals. As a key member of the operations leadership team, this individual partners closely with the COO to execute strategic initiatives and operational excellence programs.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership & Execution

· Oversee all day-to-day plant operations, including production, assembly, maintenance, and warehousing activities.

· Ensure consistent achievement of safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.

· Coordinate with Planning team to properly plan & schedule plant capacity and workflow to meet customer demand and on-time delivery expectations.

· Drive execution of plant KPIs and implement corrective actions when performance gaps arise.

· Ensure compliance with all internal policies and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA, EPA, chemical handling standards).

People Management & Development

· Directly manage Production Manager and Warehouse Manager; provide coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluations.

· Partner with HR & Production & Warehouse Managers to recruit, develop, and retain high-quality talent within operations.

· Conduct regular leadership and team meetings to ensure alignment, communication, and operational clarity.

Safety, Quality, and Compliance

· Champion a zero-incident safety culture and ensure robust safety programs, training, and audits.

· Assist Quality Manager & team with implementation & management of quality standards, including process controls and inspection procedures.

· Support ongoing regulatory compliance related to chemical storage, dispensing, and manufacturing processes.

· Investigate and resolve safety or quality incidents, implementing root-cause corrective actions.

Process Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

· Identify, lead, and support continuous improvement initiatives in productivity, efficiency, and waste reduction.

· Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and other operational excellence tools to optimize plant performance.

· Assess equipment needs and initiate capital improvement projects to support growth and operational reliability.

Supply Chain, Inventory & Warehouse Oversight

· Oversee warehouse and inventory control processes to ensure accuracy and material availability.

· Collaborate with procurement, supply chain, and planning teams to address material gaps and optimize inventory levels.

· Ensure proper receiving, storage, handling, and shipping of components and finished goods.

Budgeting & Financial Performance

· Develop and manage plant budgets, including labor, maintenance, materials, and capital expenditures.

· Monitor and analyze financial performance, identifying trends and implementing cost-saving initiatives.

· Prepare operational reports and present updates, challenges, and improvement plans to the COO.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work closely with Engineering, R&D, Quality, Customer Service, and Supply Chain to support product launches, process changes, and improvement projects.

· Coordinate with Sales/Operations Planning (S&OP) to align production output with customer demand.

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Qualifications

Required

· 5+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including at least 3 years in a leadership or plant management role.

Benefits

-Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision

-PTO 

-401k match

-HSA/FSA

For more information, please apply directly or reach out to Bailey Clark at bailey.clark@arkansastalentgroup.com

Arkansas Talent Group is an Executive Permanent Placement Recruitment Firm, all considerations will be held confidential.