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Red Gold

Plant Controller

Orestes, IN · On-site

$96K - $119K/yr

Major responsibilities include developing the plant budget, conducting plant financial operation ... Leader * Assertive SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Direct: Plant Accountant (1), Accounting ...

PPG

Plant Manager

Brazil, IN

You will be on-site and will report to the Director of Powder Operations. Key Responsibilities: * Manage daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics and ensure ...

PPG Industries, Inc.

Plant Manager

IN · On-site

You will be on-site and will report to the Director of Powder Operations. Key Responsibilities: * Manage daily plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics and ensure ...

Martin Marietta

Plant Laborer

Carmel, IN · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Essential Functions * Assist in plant operations including production, quality control, loading and ... Direct Deposit Payroll * Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan * College Scholarship Program - for ...

Amrize

Senior Plant Manager

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Direct and manage plant operations for Safety, Quality, Customer Satisfaction, Total cost per unit and Continuous Improvement. * Coordinate plant activities through targeted performance metrics ...

Palm Harbor Homes

Plant General Manager

Elkhart, IN · On-site

ABOUT THE ROLE Cavco is seeking an experienced and strategic leader within the manufactured housing industry to oversee and direct overall plant operations. The General Manager is responsible for ...

IPL (Indiana)

Plant Leader

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Directs, monitors and evaluates performance of direct reports within the reporting organization ... Coordinates all plant work management activities between the Operations and Maintenance Departments ...

State of Indiana

Steam Plant Operator

Logansport, IN · On-site

$42K/yr

Take periodic readings on equipment operations and maintain data log as per Indiana Department of ... Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity ...

State of Indiana

Steam Plant Operator

Logansport, IN · On-site

$42K/yr

Take periodic readings on equipment operations and maintain data log as per Indiana Department of ... Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity ...

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How much do director plant operations jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for director plant operations in Indiana is $116,521.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,100.00 and $172,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Director Plant Operations vs Plant Manager?

AspectDirector Plant OperationsPlant Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple plants or large operations, strategic planning, and high-level managementManages daily plant activities, production, and staff at a single facility
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field; extensive experienceUsually requires a bachelor's degree and experience in plant or production management
Work EnvironmentCorporate office and multiple plant sitesOn-site at the manufacturing plant
Industry UsageCommonly used in large manufacturing corporationsUsed across various manufacturing industries for operational leadership

The main difference between a Director of Plant Operations and a Plant Manager lies in scope and strategic focus. The Director oversees multiple plants and sets high-level policies, while the Plant Manager handles daily operations at a single plant. Both roles require relevant experience and industry knowledge, but the Director's role is more strategic and broad in scope.

What does a director of plant operations do?

A director of plant operations oversees the daily functions of a manufacturing or industrial facility, ensuring production efficiency, safety, and quality standards are met. They manage staff, coordinate maintenance, implement policies, and often use operational management tools to optimize processes.

What are the most commonly searched types of Plant Operations jobs in Indiana?

The most popular types of Plant Operations jobs in Indiana are:

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Director Plant Operations jobs?

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Infographic showing various Director Plant Operations job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,521 per year, or $56 per hour.

Plant Controller

Red Gold

Orestes, IN • On-site

$96K - $119K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 25 days ago

Red Gold rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

37th of 438 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
This position will lead the financial function at the manufacturing facility. The Plant Controller will provide financial analysis for decision making and will educate the leadership team about financial analysis tools. Major responsibilities include developing the plant budget, conducting plant financial operation review meetings, variance analysis, return on investment analysis, generating cost saving ideas, and maintaining cost standards. The Plant Controller provides financial leadership to the Plant Manager and all plant departments. Due to the dynamic nature of our business, duties and responsibilities may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Business partner for site leadership
  • Help leadership understand cost drivers and opportunities to improve profitability
  • Manage and develop Accounting and Finance staff
  • Performance Analysis
  • Conduct monthly plant operation review meetings
  • Review actual vs. budget for labor dollars, labor efficiencies, crewing variances, material usage, and overhead rates
  • Assist departmental managers in developing corrective actions for material, labor, and overhead spending variances including monitoring and reporting of departmental and plant goals
  • Coordinate Capital evaluation with Corporate Financial Analyst---Capital
  • Manage the accuracy and completeness of the Cost files
  • Manage the New Product Initiation process and develop costs for new products

Budgeting
  • Manage the plant budgeting process
  • Conduct departmental interviews to determine plant material, labor, and overhead budget requirements
  • Prepare Annual Operating Plan and reforecast as needed

Inventory Analysis and Validation
  • Insure inventory procedures are followed to provide confidence that inventory is accurate
  • Manage inventory transaction and inventory variance analyses

Activity Based Costing
  • Develop an overall understanding of the activity based costing model
  • Determine plant reporting needs from activity based costing model

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • 4 year degree in Accounting or Finance
  • 5-8 years' experience in Manufacturing Cost Accounting with 3 years supervisory experience
  • Computer Proficient - MS Office
  • MRP
  • ERP
  • Bar Coding

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Initiative self-starter
  • Excellent communication skills - written and verbal
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Leader
  • Assertive

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Direct: Plant Accountant (1), Accounting Coordinator (1), Auditor (1)
Indirect: None
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Sitting- to complete a task at lower levels
  • Standing- to complete most all tasks
  • Walking
  • Climbing- to get to parts department, when using ladder, on equipment
  • Reaching- to perform activities, to get tools out of toolbox
  • Kneeling- to perform work activities at low levels
  • Crawling- to perform work activities under equipment
  • Squatting
  • Bending/stooping- to pick up tools or parts, to perform work tasks at lower levels or inside a machine
  • Twisting- to perform work activities
  • Pinch- to use tools, to manipulate wires
  • Grasping/handling- using tools, manipulating parts
  • Ability to work with hands and fingers continually without discomfort - telephone & computer

JOB COMPETENCIES
  • Ethics/ Integrity/ Trust
  • Attitude and Commitment
  • Diversity
  • Customer Service

  • Company Engagement
  • Quality
  • Cost Consciousness

Other
  • Responsible for monitoring, record keeping and taking appropriate actions for specific Food Safety Plan and Food Quality Plan and pre-requisite program requirements.
  • Responsible to report food safety and quality issues to management.

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