iLocatum
Overview
Plant Director role at iLocatum, located in Dallas, TX. The position reports directly to a Regional Vice President and leads a bottling and distribution facility with full responsibility for overall performance, safety, environmental stewardship, and people development. What you will do
Develop and retain great talent – build a strong, engaged leadership team and invest in employee growth through mentoring, development, and clear career pathways. Directly manage 4-6 managers and 200+ total employees. Create a culture of respect and belonging – foster a positive environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and able to contribute to shared success. Champion holistic facility performance – oversee the full spectrum of operational and performance metrics for a 24/7 bottling and distribution facility, ensuring success for both people and the planet. Deliver business results with integrity – manage the facility’s financial performance (P&L) and ensure customer satisfaction while aligning operations with sustainable, responsible practices. Prioritize safety and quality of life – advocate national Safety and Quality programs, ensuring a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace. Collaborate for impact – build strong relationships with plant leaders, corporate partners, and cross-functional groups to ensure smooth operations and sustainable resource use. Plan for excellence – partner with the scheduling team to build efficient production plans balancing business needs with environmental stewardship. Advance continuous improvement – embed Continuous Excellence and Total Performance Management (TPM) methodologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and responsible growth. Ensure responsible compliance – lead operations in alignment with company policy and all Federal, State, and local environmental and safety regulations. Be a community partner – build trusted relationships with local stakeholders, ensuring the facility contributes positively to the surrounding community and environment. Ideal profile
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or closely related discipline (Master’s degree preferred). 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including cross-functional assignments, with at least 3 years in a hands-on plant leadership role overseeing managers and frontline teams. Turnaround experience preferred. Background in consumer-packaged goods is required; food or beverage industry experience is strongly valued, as is prior work in filling, canning, or bottling in a 24/7 environment. Solid technical expertise in plant operations, warehousing, and distribution, with a broad understanding of finance, planning, safety, quality, and HR. Leadership style grounded in integrity, authenticity, and strong personal character. Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Ability to connect with hourly workforce; approachable, engaging, and able to build rapport across all levels. Proficiency with digital tools, including Microsoft Office and ERP platforms (SAP and Oracle EBS considered a plus). Demonstrated ability to inspire and guide teams through operational excellence and cultural transformation. History of building engaged, high-performing teams with a collaborative and respectful culture. Experience mentoring leaders and achieving performance goals through effective people management. Hands-on exposure to continuous improvement practices; Six Sigma, Lean, or TPM expertise is a strong plus. Excellent problem-solving skills. Available for a standard Monday–Friday shift with flexibility for on-call as needed. Candidates residing within a commutable distance to Dallas, TX (75236) preferred; relocation within the USA will be considered for strong candidates. Location
The Plant Director will work at the client’s Dallas facility, approximately 25 minutes south of DFW Airport and less than 30 minutes southwest of downtown Dallas. Relocation assistance is available for strong candidates.
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Plant Director role at iLocatum, located in Dallas, TX. The position reports directly to a Regional Vice President and leads a bottling and distribution facility with full responsibility for overall performance, safety, environmental stewardship, and people development. What you will do
Develop and retain great talent – build a strong, engaged leadership team and invest in employee growth through mentoring, development, and clear career pathways. Directly manage 4-6 managers and 200+ total employees. Create a culture of respect and belonging – foster a positive environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and able to contribute to shared success. Champion holistic facility performance – oversee the full spectrum of operational and performance metrics for a 24/7 bottling and distribution facility, ensuring success for both people and the planet. Deliver business results with integrity – manage the facility’s financial performance (P&L) and ensure customer satisfaction while aligning operations with sustainable, responsible practices. Prioritize safety and quality of life – advocate national Safety and Quality programs, ensuring a safe, healthy, and supportive workplace. Collaborate for impact – build strong relationships with plant leaders, corporate partners, and cross-functional groups to ensure smooth operations and sustainable resource use. Plan for excellence – partner with the scheduling team to build efficient production plans balancing business needs with environmental stewardship. Advance continuous improvement – embed Continuous Excellence and Total Performance Management (TPM) methodologies to drive innovation, efficiency, and responsible growth. Ensure responsible compliance – lead operations in alignment with company policy and all Federal, State, and local environmental and safety regulations. Be a community partner – build trusted relationships with local stakeholders, ensuring the facility contributes positively to the surrounding community and environment. Ideal profile
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or closely related discipline (Master’s degree preferred). 10+ years of progressive manufacturing experience, including cross-functional assignments, with at least 3 years in a hands-on plant leadership role overseeing managers and frontline teams. Turnaround experience preferred. Background in consumer-packaged goods is required; food or beverage industry experience is strongly valued, as is prior work in filling, canning, or bottling in a 24/7 environment. Solid technical expertise in plant operations, warehousing, and distribution, with a broad understanding of finance, planning, safety, quality, and HR. Leadership style grounded in integrity, authenticity, and strong personal character. Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Ability to connect with hourly workforce; approachable, engaging, and able to build rapport across all levels. Proficiency with digital tools, including Microsoft Office and ERP platforms (SAP and Oracle EBS considered a plus). Demonstrated ability to inspire and guide teams through operational excellence and cultural transformation. History of building engaged, high-performing teams with a collaborative and respectful culture. Experience mentoring leaders and achieving performance goals through effective people management. Hands-on exposure to continuous improvement practices; Six Sigma, Lean, or TPM expertise is a strong plus. Excellent problem-solving skills. Available for a standard Monday–Friday shift with flexibility for on-call as needed. Candidates residing within a commutable distance to Dallas, TX (75236) preferred; relocation within the USA will be considered for strong candidates. Location
The Plant Director will work at the client’s Dallas facility, approximately 25 minutes south of DFW Airport and less than 30 minutes southwest of downtown Dallas. Relocation assistance is available for strong candidates.
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