<p>We are looking for an experienced Plant Manager to lead daily operations at our client's manufacturing facility in Whiteland, Indiana. This role will oversee site performance with a strong focus on employee safety, product quality, operational efficiency, and financial results. The ideal candidate will guide production leadership, strengthen accountability across the plant, and foster a culture centered on continuous improvement and dependable customer service.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct overall plant operations to maintain a safe, organized, and high-performing manufacturing environment.</p><p>• Champion a proactive safety culture by reinforcing standards, monitoring compliance, and promoting responsible workplace practices.</p><p>• Provide leadership to managers and supervisors by coaching performance, setting expectations, and supporting team development.</p><p>• Drive operational improvements that increase productivity, improve service levels, and contribute to profitability goals.</p><p>• Define site priorities and hold teams accountable for results related to output, freight, quality, capital work, and other key operational targets.</p><p>• Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, performance reviews, corrective action, and ongoing employee growth initiatives.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional departments to ensure plant activities align with company policies and broader business objectives.</p><p>• Monitor inventory accuracy, manufacturing costs, and month-end stock processes while supporting cost analysis and pricing evaluations.</p><p>• Manage plant-level needs involving maintenance, equipment reliability, environmental compliance, purchasing, accounts payable, payroll, and related administrative functions.</p><p>• Maintain effective working relationships with vendors, contractors, and applicable local, state, and federal agencies while managing plant profit and loss performance.</p>