Detroit, MI · On-site
Plant Manager, Operations Director, or VP-level experience ready to own a site * Background in plastics, film, packaging, or closely related manufacturing strongly preferred * P&L responsibility ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
Plant Manager, Operations Director, or VP-level experience ready to own a site * Background in plastics, film, packaging, or closely related manufacturing strongly preferred * P&L responsibility ...
Detroit, MI · On-site
Plant Manager, Operations Director, or VP-level experience ready to own a site * Background in plastics, film, packaging, or closely related manufacturing strongly preferred * P&L responsibility ...
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Detroit, MI · On-site
Plant Manager, Operations Director, or VP-level experience ready to own a site * Background in plastics, film, packaging, or closely related manufacturing strongly preferred * P&L responsibility ...
... Director of Facilities provides strategic and operational leadership for facilities, plant operations, safety, and security across the South Region, including hospitals in Cadillac, Manistee, and ...
... Director of Facilities provides strategic and operational leadership for facilities, plant operations, safety, and security across the South Region, including hospitals in Cadillac, Manistee, and ...
Neogenyx has an opportunity for an Operations and Maintenance Technician to join our Team at the ... Experience Planning, Scheduling and Directing plant maintenance outages. * Experience developing ...
Neogenyx has an opportunity for an Operations and Maintenance Technician to join our Team at the ... Experience Planning, Scheduling and Directing plant maintenance outages. * Experience developing ...
Romulus, MI · On-site
Leads the Plant Management team and direct and manage plant operations for production, technical, engineering, launch, quality, supply chain, IT and EHS. * Manages and maintains the quality system ...
Romulus, MI · On-site
Leads the Plant Management team and direct and manage plant operations for production, technical, engineering, launch, quality, supply chain, IT and EHS. * Manages and maintains the quality system ...
Neogenyx has an opportunity for an Operations and Maintenance Technician to join our Team at the ... Experience Planning, Scheduling and Directing plant maintenance outages. * Experience developing ...
Neogenyx has an opportunity for an Operations and Maintenance Technician to join our Team at the ... Experience Planning, Scheduling and Directing plant maintenance outages. * Experience developing ...
Romulus, MI · On-site
Leads the Plant Management team and direct and manage plant operations for production, technical, engineering, launch, quality, supply chain, IT and EHS. * Manages and maintains the quality system ...
Romulus, MI · On-site
Leads the Plant Management team and direct and manage plant operations for production, technical, engineering, launch, quality, supply chain, IT and EHS. * Manages and maintains the quality system ...
Hazel Park, MI · On-site
Accountable for Android plant appropriate staffing levels to meet the budgeted financial performance of Android plant operations. * Direct the utilization of the Android KPIs to effectively track ...
Hazel Park, MI · On-site
Accountable for Android plant appropriate staffing levels to meet the budgeted financial performance of Android plant operations. * Direct the utilization of the Android KPIs to effectively track ...
Hazel Park, MI · On-site
$110 - $160/hr
Accountable for Android plant appropriate staffing levels to meet the budgeted financial performance of Android plant operations. Direct the utilization of the Android KPIs to effectively track ...
Hazel Park, MI · On-site
$110 - $160/hr
Accountable for Android plant appropriate staffing levels to meet the budgeted financial performance of Android plant operations. Direct the utilization of the Android KPIs to effectively track ...
Three Rivers, MI · On-site
Plant Operations * Assist in directing the overall operation of the manufacturing facility to safely meet customer, operational, quality, and financial objectives. * Coordinate daily plant priorities ...
Three Rivers, MI · On-site
Plant Operations * Assist in directing the overall operation of the manufacturing facility to safely meet customer, operational, quality, and financial objectives. * Coordinate daily plant priorities ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... in operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... in operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... in operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
$90 - $130/hr
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... in operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Troy, MI · On-site
This position provides regional oversight to plant operations, drives operational excellence ... Travel frequently to all assigned manufacturing locations to provide direct support, review ...
Troy, MI · On-site
This position provides regional oversight to plant operations, drives operational excellence ... Travel frequently to all assigned manufacturing locations to provide direct support, review ...
Troy, MI · On-site
This position provides regional oversight to plant operations, drives operational excellence ... Travel frequently to all assigned manufacturing locations to provide direct support, review ...
Troy, MI · On-site
This position provides regional oversight to plant operations, drives operational excellence ... Travel frequently to all assigned manufacturing locations to provide direct support, review ...
Whitehall, MI · On-site
... in operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities.
Whitehall, MI · On-site
... in operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities.
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
... direct link between people and measurable performance; provides cross-training opportunities ... operations in a castings plant. * Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United ...
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
The Plant Manager is a critical thinker (independent thinking) who will direct and manage all plant operations with overall responsibilities for Production, Maintenance, Quality, HR, Finance, IT and ...
Auburn Hills, MI · On-site
The Plant Manager is a critical thinker (independent thinking) who will direct and manage all plant operations with overall responsibilities for Production, Maintenance, Quality, HR, Finance, IT and ...
$21.8K - $37.5K
18% of jobs
$52.6K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$37.5K - $53.2K
7% of jobs
$53.2K - $68.9K
7% of jobs
$68.9K - $84.5K
9% of jobs
$84.5K - $100.2K
4% of jobs
The median wage is $107.1K / yr.
$100.2K - $115.9K
8% of jobs
$115.9K - $131.6K
5% of jobs
$131.6K - $147.3K
8% of jobs
$157.1K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$147.3K - $163K
11% of jobs
$163K - $178.7K
13% of jobs
$178.7K - $194.4K
8% of jobs
$21.8K
$110K
$194.4K
| Aspect | Director Plant Operations | Plant Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees multiple plants or large operations, strategic planning, and high-level management | Manages daily plant activities, production, and staff at a single facility |
| Credentials | Typically requires a bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, or related field; extensive experience | Usually requires a bachelor's degree and experience in plant or production management |
| Work Environment | Corporate office and multiple plant sites | On-site at the manufacturing plant |
| Industry Usage | Commonly used in large manufacturing corporations | Used 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.
The most popular types of Plant Operations jobs in Michigan are:
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Full-time
Posted 15 days ago
Our client is seeking an experienced, Plant Manager to lead a small-to-mid manufacturing site. The successful candidate will own day-to-day plant operations, warehouse, and production oversight, while also driving commercial and market development for the site and region. They will hold full P&L responsibility and be accountable for operational efficiency, safety, quality, and the growth of regional sales and customer relationships.
The ideal candidate is a mid-to-senior operations leader who is equally comfortable on the plant floor and in front of customers. They will consolidate currently fragmented responsibilities, bring structure and discipline to the team, and unlock the site's growth potential.
Main Duties & ResponsibilitiesManage day-to-day plant operations, warehouse, and production to ensure targets, quality, and safety are consistently met.
Coordinate with the existing production plant manager and consolidate fragmented responsibilities into a clear, accountable structure.
Own the site P control costs, improve operational efficiency, and drive profitability.
Develop and execute local sales and business development initiatives for the plant and region.
Build and maintain customer relationships, supporting commercial growth opportunities in the Charlotte/Gastonia area.
Hire, coach, and develop frontline supervisors; improve processes and ensure compliance.
Proven plant management or general management experience combining operations and commercial responsibility
Demonstrated P&L ownership and the ability to improve operational and financial performance
Strong leadership in consolidating teams, organizing fragmented responsibilities, and coaching supervisors
Plant Manager, Operations Director, or VP-level experience ready to own a site
Background in plastics, film, packaging, or closely related manufacturing strongly preferred
P&L responsibility preferred; track record of cost control and efficiency gains
Experience developing local sales / business development and managing customer relationships
Demonstrated success consolidating teams and improving operational performance
Comfortable in a rural site setting and with an onsite cadence of approximately 2-3 days per week
Lives in the Charlotte / Gastonia / western NC region or willing to commute or relocate
Organized, accountable, and self-motivated with a strong operational and commercial drive
