Plant Manager Job at Top Quality Recruitment (TQR), Columbus, OH

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  • Top Quality Recruitment (TQR)
  • Columbus, OH

Job Description

Employment Type: Full-time

Available Positions: 1

Location : On-Site

Application Deadline: September 4, 2025

Summary

The Plant Manager will ensure efficient production, enforce quality and safety standards, and lead continuous improvement initiatives, while driving operational excellence and team engagement.

Key Activities

  • Lead and manage all plant operations including production, maintenance, quality control, inventory, and shipping.
  • Ensure production targets are met in terms of quality, output, and cost.
  • Implement and enforce safety, environmental, and health policies and procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
  • Develop, coach, and mentor plant personnel to build a high-performing team.
  • Monitor and control operational budgets, reducing waste and improving plant efficiency.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional departments including Supply Chain, Sales, and Engineering to meet customer demands.
  • Oversee raw material planning, inventory control, and vendor management.
  • Drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
  • Maintain machinery and equipment, ensuring minimal downtime through preventive maintenance.
  • Support new product launches, process optimization, and automation initiatives.

Preferred Skills

  • Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO, FDA, or BRC Packaging.
  • Knowledge of sustainable packaging trends and recycled plastic processes.
  • Bilingual communication skills (optional based on region)

Educations & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Management, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
  • must have experience in plastics manufacturing, specifically, Extrusion and Thermoforming.
  • strong leadership skills.

Are you looking for your next opportunity? We can help.

Finding a great opportunity that fosters growth, a great culture, and leadership opportunities can be difficult. Top Quality Recruitment (TQR) connects professionals with leadership opportunities across the Packaging, Food and Beverage, Medical Devices, and Biotechnology industries. With 50+ years of experience, we believe in one-to-one communication and finding the best candidate/employer match possible.

TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.

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We thank all applicants for their interest and appreciate the time and effort involved; however, due to the large volume of resumes received only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please attached your resume to your application.

Job ID: 7938

Job Tags

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