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Plant ManagerSP Associates • Athens, GA, United States
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Plant Manager

Plant Manager

SP Associates • Athens, GA, United States
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We are hiring a  Plant Manager  to oversee hygiene-focused manufacturing operations and have experience in staple fibers manufacturing. This position plays a key role in ensuring operational excellence, maintaining strict quality standards, and leading a high-performing team in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

  • Manage daily plant operations with a strong emphasis on hygiene product lines.
  • Develop and implement production strategies to meet customer demand, maximize efficiency, and minimize waste.
  • Ensure all manufacturing processes comply with  ISO 9001 : 2015 standards  and hygiene industry requirements.

Quality & Compliance

  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance to uphold strict standards of cleanliness, safety, and product consistency.
  • Monitor hygiene-specific performance metrics such as fiber quality, contamination prevention, and defect rate.
  • Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
  • People Management

  • Lead, coach, and mentor supervisors and plant staff to achieve operational and safety goals.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Partner with HR on staffing, training, and retention initiatives.
  • Continuous Improvement

  • Drive lean manufacturing practices and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Lead process optimization projects and invest in automation to strengthen hygiene capabilities.
  • Track and analyze KPIs to measure performance and implement corrective actions.
  • Collaboration

  • Work closely with Sales, R&D, and Supply Chain to support product innovation and on-time delivery.
  • Represent the plant during customer audits and site visits, especially for hygiene-related projects.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in  Engineering, Operations Management, or related field  (Master’s preferred).
  • 8+ years of progressive leadership experience  in manufacturing; hygiene, nonwovens, or fiber / textile industry strongly preferred.
  • Proven track record in high-volume, regulated production environments.
  • Strong knowledge of  lean manufacturing, quality systems, and safety protocols .
  • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to thrive in a  hands-on, entrepreneurial environment .
  • What We Offer

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k).
  • Opportunity to drive growth and innovation in hygiene manufacturing.
  • A collaborative workplace where your leadership makes a direct impact.
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