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

Lead all plant operations across production, reporting into VP Operations
Drive performance and efficiency using data-led analysis of yield, downtime, and inventory.
Build and mentor a high-performing team as headcount and shift coverage expand.
Partner with corporate leadership to plan capital improvements and new line installations.
Foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.

Candidate Profile

Proven experience leading a manufacturing plant or large production operation.
Strong operational background with a focus on metrics, KPIs, and lean methodology.
Hands-on, floor-focused leadership style - visible, approachable, and detail-driven.
Confident in using data to challenge assumptions and drive change.
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.

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