Plant Manager

Job Title: Plant Manager Location: Lebanon, PA Pay: $140,000 to $160,000 plus bonus Shift: 1st Shift: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Monday - Friday, plus Saturdays as needed Responsibilities Oversee daily plant operations, ensuring production efficiency, maintaining high quality standards, and promoting a safe work environment Lead cross-functional teams, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure production goals align with company objectives Achieve manufacturing staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; and initiating, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, and procedures Maintain staff by selecting, orienting, and training employees and developing personal growth opportunities Maintain workflow by monitoring steps of the process Initiate and foster a spirit of cooperation with all departments and the company Complete the production plan by communicating with managers on scheduling and assigning personnel, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, and resolving problems Maintain quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards Provide manufacturing information by analyzing production performance records and data such as KPIs and metrics to drive continuous improvement and cost savings, answering questions and responding to requests Maintain a safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on the use of all control points, equipment, and resources and maintaining compliance with established policies and procedures Resolve personnel problems by analyzing data, investigating issues, identifying solutions, and recommending action Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental standards, and company policies Manage plant budgets, control costs, and optimize resource utilization Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste Read and understand routine financial statements and budgets Abide by all company policies and safety and operating procedures Plan and facilitate meetings with supervisors and direct reports, and work with HR to recruit, coach, and discipline employees Work for extended periods in a cold, wet environment requiring protective clothing Work in an environment with extreme temperature changes, from very hot to very cold Work in a fast-paced environment around heavy meat processing equipment Perform extensive walking and standing throughout the shift on a daily basis Lift up to 50 lbs. as needed Required Education, Skills, and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent 3 years of supervisory or managerial experience 3 years of experience working in the meat, poultry, or food processing industry Knowledge and understanding of food and/or meat processing, quality assurance programs, GMPs, SQF, and HACCP Ability to train, motivate, and supervise personnel in a fair and consistent manner Ability to recognize problem situations and take appropriate resolution steps Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills Ability to work well under pressure Basic mathematical skills Professional communication skills Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel Ability to work in teams and be self-motivated Reliable, prepared to contribute, and open to constructive feedback Preferred Education, Skills, and Experience Knowledge of SAGE software Bilingual (Spanish) -Benefits 6 Paid Holidays per year 12 PTO days after 90 days 401(k) eligibility upon hire 401(k) match: 100% up to 6% (after 1 year) Year-end bonus Profit-sharing program (discretionary) ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan Health Insurance (eligible 1st of the month after hire) Dental & Vision (voluntary) $10,000 Life Insurance (included with healthcare; age restrictions may apply) Ready to lead plant operations and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced food processing environment? Apply today and let"s start the conversation. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Synerfac Technical Staffing and our contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undeliverable messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at