Manufacturing Plant Manager - Evansville, IN
Job Description
Plant Manager - Growing Manufacturing Site
Location: Evansville, IN
Sector: Food & Beverage
Reports to: VP Operations
About the Role
Our client is seeking a high-caliber, data-driven Plant Manager to lead a growing manufacturing operation through its next phase of expansion.
The site currently runs two shifts across three production lines with a headcount of around 140, and has capacity to scale to 230-250 employees and six to seven lines over the next 18 months.
This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for someone who thrives on the floor, asks sharp questions about yield, inventory, and throughput, and uses data to drive decisions.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead all plant operations across production, reporting into VP Operations
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Drive performance and efficiency using data-led analysis of yield, downtime, and inventory.
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Build and mentor a high-performing team as headcount and shift coverage expand.
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Partner with corporate leadership to plan capital improvements and new line installations.
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Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
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Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Candidate Profile
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Proven experience leading a manufacturing plant or large production operation.
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Strong operational background with a focus on metrics, KPIs, and lean methodology.
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Hands-on, floor-focused leadership style - visible, approachable, and detail-driven.
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Confident in using data to challenge assumptions and drive change.
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Experience scaling operations or leading through site growth is a major plus.
Desired Skills and Experience
Our client is seeking a high-caliber, data-driven Plant Manager to lead a growing manufacturing operation through its next phase of expansion.
The site currently runs two shifts across three production lines with a headcount of around 140, and has capacity to scale to 230-250 employees and six to seven lines over the next 18 months.
This is a hands-on leadership role - ideal for someone who thrives on the floor, asks sharp questions about yield, inventory, and throughput, and uses data to drive decisions.