Plant Director

Plant DirectorWe have been retained by a fast growing food company who is looking for a talented Plant Director!The Plant Director will be an integral member of the executive leadership team and will be responsible for leading all aspects of manufacturing operations. This leader will drive operational excellence by maintaining a strong presence on the production floor, engaging employees at all levels, and fostering a culture focused on safety, quality, productivity, and continuous improvement.Ideal candidates will have the following:BS degreeServant leadership style with a coaching and mentoring approachMinimum of 10 years of experience leading operations in food manufacturingPrevious Plant Manager or Plant Director experience with responsibility for large-scale manufacturing operationsDemonstrated success driving operational excellence, productivity improvement, automation initiatives, and cost optimization programs.Proven track record of leading organizational change and developing high-performance cultures.Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.Strong analytical, financial, and business acumen with experience managing plant budgets and P&L performance.

Location: New Jersey