Job Description
Job Description
Ready to take your manufacturing leadership career to the next level?
Green Meadows Partners is recruiting for an experienced Plant Operations Manager to join an established manufacturing company in Morristown, TN. This is an exceptional opportunity for a proven manufacturing leader who enjoys developing teams, improving processes, and making a measurable impact on business performance.
Our client is looking for more than someone to oversee production. They need a strategic, hands-on leader who can take ownership of plant operations, drive continuous improvement, and work closely with senior leadership to strengthen the business for the future.
With a competitive salary of $140,000–$150,000 and significant long-term leadership growth potential, this is an opportunity to build something lasting.
What You'll Do
- Lead daily plant operations, including manufacturing, production, finishing, packaging, warehousing, and distribution.
- Manage production schedules, staffing, inventory, workflow, and on-time delivery.
- Develop and mentor supervisors and production teams while promoting safety, quality, and accountability.
- Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, optimize labor, and control operational costs.
- Implement Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Analyze production metrics, labor costs, material usage, and operational performance to improve profitability.
- Utilize Excel and business systems to develop reports, track performance, and support data-driven decisions.
- Lead operational improvement projects involving processes, equipment, workflow, and organizational efficiency.
- Partner with senior leadership on financial performance, strategic initiatives, and long-term business planning.
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience as a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Manufacturing Manager, or similar manufacturing leadership role.
- Strong background in manufacturing operations, production management, inventory control, and workforce planning.
- Demonstrated success improving productivity, operational efficiency, and overall plant performance.
- Experience leading teams, developing supervisors, and managing organizational change.
- Strong financial acumen, including budgeting, cost control, and preferably P&L management.
- Knowledge of Lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, operational reporting, and performance analysis.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- A hands-on management style with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
- A stable professional background and genuine interest in long-term career growth.
- Experience in wood products, light manufacturing, custom manufacturing, or distribution is a plus, but not required.
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Our client offers the opportunity to make a real difference in an established manufacturing operation while positioning yourself for continued professional growth.
You'll have the autonomy to identify challenges, implement solutions, develop people, and help shape the company's operational future.
This role is particularly well-suited for an experienced Plant Manager or Manufacturing Operations Manager who is ready to expand beyond day-to-day production management and grow into broader business leadership responsibilities.
If you're a dependable, results-oriented manufacturing leader who takes pride in building strong teams and efficient operations, we encourage you to apply today!
\nCompany Description
At Green Meadows Partners, we believe the right opportunity can change a career. As a women-owned recruiting and consulting firm based in Knoxville, we work closely with both candidates and employers to create lasting connections built on trust, communication, and the right fit.
Company Description
At Green Meadows Partners, we believe the right opportunity can change a career. As a women-owned recruiting and consulting firm based in Knoxville, we work closely with both candidates and employers to create lasting connections built on trust, communication, and the right fit.