Ferretti Search is delighted to partner with a national industrial manufacturer and distributor to locate their next Plant Manager. This is a strategic operational leadership role that will have below-the-line P&L accountability, will guide a large organization through complex change, and will directly oversee manufacturing & distribution operations.
Plant Manager
Location: Suffolk County (Long Island)
Compensation: $180,000–200,000 (additional flexibility possible for well qualified applicants) + (Performance-based bonus structure).
Benefits: H/V/D / 401(k) + Match (and addition 3% added in as well), solid PTO . + Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Schedule: Full-time; Two-shift facility; ~20-hour daily operation across manufacturing and warehouse
What's in it for you?
- High-Level Leadership Role: End-to-end site responsibility for a growing manufacturing (~170 headcount) and distribution (~roughly 30 headcount) operation across multiple shifts.
- Operational Complexity: Lead a high-mix industrial manufacturing production and 103K sq ft distribution center with 400,000+ SKUs
- Transformation & Integration: Drive KPI systems, safety programs, Lean tools, and ERP/WMS migration into a broader national network
What will your day look like?
- Oversee Manufacturing and Warehouse: Full responsibility for production, inventory, distribution, and day-to-day shift operations
- Drive Continuous Improvement: Implement Lean/5S, visual management, maintenance programs, and safety culture
- Lead Operational Change: Stabilize legacy environments, lead WMS/ERP integrations, and scale site capabilities
Who are you?
- Experienced Operations Leader: 10+ years in plant-level manufacturing with a background in complex, high-SKU environments
- Change Agent: Proven experience stabilizing performance, implementing systems, and leading through transitions
- Cross-Functional Driver: Strong collaborator across quality, supply chain, IT, HR, engineering, and customer service
Application & Contact Information
If you're excited about this opportunity, please apply directly here on LinkedIn. For more immediate consideration, feel free to contact Matt Roe at [email protected].
Related Terms: Plant Manager, Site Leader, Director of Operations, Manufacturing Leader, Warehouse & Distribution Leader, Plant Operations Executive
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