Actalent
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead daily operations at their Chesapeake, VA pipe plant, ensuring safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. This role manages and develops staff, oversees resources, and drives results in safety, quality, service, and cost while fostering teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Description
Direct and oversee daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, logistics, and safety
Lead, develop, and mentor supervisors and frontline employees
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Monitor production schedules, inventory, and resource utilization to meet customer demand
Partner with quality, engineering, and EHS teams to address issues and drive improvements
Manage plant budgets, control costs, and identify efficiency opportunities
Support hiring, training, and employee development initiatives
Maintain equipment, facilities, and infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable operations
Communicate plant performance, challenges, and corrective actions to the regional operations manager
Build and maintain positive relationships with employees, customers, and community stakeholders
Qualifications
High school diploma
5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including supervisory responsibility
Experience in concrete, construction materials, or industrial manufacturing
Strong leadership, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
Knowledge of production planning, maintenance, and quality control in a manufacturing environment
Ability to analyze operational data and implement effective solutions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $115,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections or plan terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this role may include the following:
Medical, dental and vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Other Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Media Production
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.
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Description
Direct and oversee daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, logistics, and safety
Lead, develop, and mentor supervisors and frontline employees
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and regulatory requirements
Monitor production schedules, inventory, and resource utilization to meet customer demand
Partner with quality, engineering, and EHS teams to address issues and drive improvements
Manage plant budgets, control costs, and identify efficiency opportunities
Support hiring, training, and employee development initiatives
Maintain equipment, facilities, and infrastructure to ensure safe, reliable operations
Communicate plant performance, challenges, and corrective actions to the regional operations manager
Build and maintain positive relationships with employees, customers, and community stakeholders
Qualifications
High school diploma
5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including supervisory responsibility
Experience in concrete, construction materials, or industrial manufacturing
Strong leadership, problem‑solving, and organizational skills
Knowledge of production planning, maintenance, and quality control in a manufacturing environment
Ability to analyze operational data and implement effective solutions
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Chesapeake, VA.
Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $115,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections or plan terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this role may include the following:
Medical, dental and vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Other Information Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Media Production
Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Jan 23, 2026.
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