Georgia Manufacturing Alliance
Plant Manager (Blown Film)
Georgia Manufacturing Alliance, Thomson, Georgia, United States, 30824
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead Plant 1, a blown film manufacturing operation in Thomson, Georgia. This role is responsible for driving performance across safety, quality, production, maintenance, and continuous improvement in a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
The plant employs approximately 50–70 employees depending on forecasted demand and is supported by four supervisors. The Plant Manager will play a key role in supporting continued growth, as the facility is experiencing approximately 15% year‑over‑year demand increases and requires additional leadership capacity.
The role partners closely with corporate manufacturing leadership and peer plant leaders to drive operational excellence, cost control, and a disciplined, accountable plant culture.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day operations of a 24/7 blown film manufacturing facility (Plant 1)
Serve as a hands‑on leader with direct involvement in blown film processes and shop‑floor execution
Drive scrap reduction as a primary performance objective, with a strong focus on process consistency and discipline
Reinforce standardized work, repeatable processes, and adherence to documented procedures
Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with all company policies and regulatory requirements
Lead, develop, and hold accountable supervisors and plant staff through clear expectations and performance management
Champion continuous improvement initiatives related to scrap, yield, machine optimization, and cost control
Oversee quality, maintenance, inventory, and workforce planning to meet production and customer requirements
Partner cross‑functionally with operations, technical services, logistics, sales, and corporate leadership
Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when needed
Required Qualifications
5+ years of plant or production management experience in blown film manufacturing
Strong understanding of blown film processes, equipment, and troubleshooting
Experience leading multi‑shift, high‑uptime manufacturing operations
Proven ability to reduce scrap, improve process discipline, and drive operational improvements
Hands‑on leadership style with strong shop‑floor presence
Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with downstream equipment such as winders, bag making, printing, or converting
Background in Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Bonus & Benefits
Annual performance‑based bonus tied to plant scrap reduction
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Relocation assistance available
Opportunities for professional growth within a large, established manufacturing organization
Why This Role This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing blown film operation with defined processes and stable safety performance. The primary opportunity is to strengthen execution, reduce scrap, and reinforce a disciplined, high‑accountability operating culture while making a measurable impact on plant performance.
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The plant employs approximately 50–70 employees depending on forecasted demand and is supported by four supervisors. The Plant Manager will play a key role in supporting continued growth, as the facility is experiencing approximately 15% year‑over‑year demand increases and requires additional leadership capacity.
The role partners closely with corporate manufacturing leadership and peer plant leaders to drive operational excellence, cost control, and a disciplined, accountable plant culture.
Key Responsibilities
Lead day‑to‑day operations of a 24/7 blown film manufacturing facility (Plant 1)
Serve as a hands‑on leader with direct involvement in blown film processes and shop‑floor execution
Drive scrap reduction as a primary performance objective, with a strong focus on process consistency and discipline
Reinforce standardized work, repeatable processes, and adherence to documented procedures
Ensure a safe work environment and compliance with all company policies and regulatory requirements
Lead, develop, and hold accountable supervisors and plant staff through clear expectations and performance management
Champion continuous improvement initiatives related to scrap, yield, machine optimization, and cost control
Oversee quality, maintenance, inventory, and workforce planning to meet production and customer requirements
Partner cross‑functionally with operations, technical services, logistics, sales, and corporate leadership
Monitor key performance indicators and implement corrective actions when needed
Required Qualifications
5+ years of plant or production management experience in blown film manufacturing
Strong understanding of blown film processes, equipment, and troubleshooting
Experience leading multi‑shift, high‑uptime manufacturing operations
Proven ability to reduce scrap, improve process discipline, and drive operational improvements
Hands‑on leadership style with strong shop‑floor presence
Strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with downstream equipment such as winders, bag making, printing, or converting
Background in Lean, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies
Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Bonus & Benefits
Annual performance‑based bonus tied to plant scrap reduction
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Paid time off and company holidays
Relocation assistance available
Opportunities for professional growth within a large, established manufacturing organization
Why This Role This is an opportunity to take ownership of a growing blown film operation with defined processes and stable safety performance. The primary opportunity is to strengthen execution, reduce scrap, and reinforce a disciplined, high‑accountability operating culture while making a measurable impact on plant performance.
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