Plant Manager - Packaging
- $130,000 - $160,000
- Bloomingdale, IL
Plant Manager opportunity available with growing packaging/plastics company! (Bloomingdale, IL)- send resumes to marcus.curiel@jobot.com
A bit about us:
We are a single-source supplier of stock and custom packaging as well as packaging machinery and automation solutions. Our strategic and comprehensive approach gives you peace of mind knowing that we don’t just sell you a box; we provide consultation every step of the way for cost savings and enhanced productivity.
We are growing and looking for a Plant Manager to join the team!
We are growing and looking for a Plant Manager to join the team!
Why join us?
- Strong company culture.
- Competitive compensation package – base + bonus.
- Comprehensive employer-paid benefits package.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
Job Details
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Preferred Certifications:
- Lead all plant operations including production, staffing, safety, and quality assurance
- Manage throughput across seasonal spikes and steady cycles while maintaining operational consistency
- Track and act on KPIs around output, downtime, material usage, and safety
- Champion a culture of urgency, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and support career growth
- Promote a disciplined, safety-first, team-oriented culture on the floor
- Collaborate with leadership, supply chain, and procurement to align production with customer demand
- Identify and proactively resolve bottlenecks before they impact output
- Maintain full compliance with OSHA, SQF, USDA, and internal quality standards
- Conduct regular audits, training, and process reviews
- Ensure preventive maintenance schedules are followed and equipment remains production-ready
- Use ERP (Acumatica preferred) and WMS systems to track production, safety, and quality metrics
- Leverage data insights to make informed operational decisions
- Support automation, system rollouts, and other tech-driven process enhancements
Qualifications:
- 7+ years of manufacturing or plant operations experience; at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Background in contract packaging, kitting, or secondary packaging is required
- Demonstrated success managing teams of 15+ employees in a high-volume setting
- Expertise in quality control, safety, regulatory compliance, and workflow optimization
- Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, Excel, and data tools (Power BI is a plus)
- Grit, urgency, and a “lead by example” mindset
Preferred Certifications:
- Lean Six Sigma, OSHA Safety, SQF Practitioner, USDA Regulatory Training
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.