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HRT Solutions

Manager, Plant III

Fulton, MO · On-site

S. in Engineering, Science or related field * Requires interpersonal skills in dealing with ... The Manager, Plant III requires four plus (4+) years of manufacturing and management experience in ...

Calderys

Manager, Plant III

Fulton, MO · On-site

S. in Engineering, Science or related field * Requires interpersonal skills in dealing with ... The Manager, Plant III requires four plus (4+) years of manufacturing and management experience in ...

HWI

Manager, Plant II

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Operations Team as a Manager, Plant II. Summary The ... S. in Engineering or Science, preferably Chemical or Mechanical * Requires five (5) to seven (7) ...

Calderys

Manager, Plant II

Pryor, OK

HWI has a fantastic opportunity to join our Operations Team as a Manager, Plant II. Summary The ... S. in Engineering or Science, preferably Chemical or Mechanical * Requires five (5) to seven (7) ...

HWI

Manager, Plant III

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

S. in Engineering, Science or related field * Requires interpersonal skills in dealing with ... The Manager, Plant III requires four plus (4+) years of manufacturing and management experience in ...

CPS Energy

Mgr Plant Engineering

San Antonio, TX · On-site

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project ... Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports ...

CPS Energy

Mgr Plant Engineering

San Antonio, TX

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project ... Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports ...

CPS Energy

Mgr Plant Engineering

San Antonio, TX

We are engineers, high line workers, power plant managers, accountants, electricians, project ... Ability to read, analyze and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports ...

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As of May 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager plant science in the United States is $116,420.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $91,000.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a plant manager do?

A plant manager oversees the daily operations of a manufacturing or processing facility, ensuring production meets quality, safety, and efficiency standards. They coordinate staff, manage budgets, implement policies, and use tools like production schedules and safety protocols to optimize plant performance.

What is the difference between Manager Plant Science vs Plant Biologist?

AspectManager Plant SciencePlant Biologist
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Plant Science, Agriculture, or related field; often requires leadership experienceBachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. in Plant Biology, Botany, or related field; research-focused
Work EnvironmentResearch facilities, agricultural companies, or corporate R&D departments; managerial roleUniversities, research institutes, or laboratories; primarily research and experimentation
Employer & Industry UsageAgri-business, biotech firms, research organizations; overseeing projects and teamsAcademic institutions, government agencies, research centers; conducting scientific studies

The main difference is that a Manager Plant Science oversees research projects and teams within agricultural or biotech companies, focusing on management and application. In contrast, a Plant Biologist primarily conducts scientific research to understand plant biology, often in academic or research settings. Both roles require strong knowledge of plant sciences, but their responsibilities and work environments differ significantly.

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Manager, Plant III

Manager, Plant III

HRT Solutions

Fulton, MO • On-site

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

Join the HWI Operations Team as a Manager, Plant III!
*This is a full-time, on-site, plant role
Summary
The Manager, Plant III is a highly specialized and critical position accountable for contributing to HarbisonWalker Internationals overall business performance through the overall operation of the plant; ensuring safety, production, quality and capital efficiency goals are met. This role is responsible for having adequate knowledge of business and management principles (budgeting, strategic planning, resource allocation, etc).
Responsibilities
  • Developing, implementing, and maintaining manufacturing plans and KPIs to ensure the plant operates at optimum levels with efficient utilization of people, equipment, and resources; directing the resolution of operational, manufacturing, maintenance and quality issues to ensure minimum costs and prevent operational delays
  • Minimizing rework, scrap and material losses; continuously seeks and implements cost and waste reduction initiatives; utilizing tools like 5S, Lean and 6Sigma
  • Ensuring KPIs and targets are developed for departmental activities
  • Managing plant safety program(s) in a manner that supports a positive safety culture
  • Reviewing and directing all aspects of plant quality system
  • Managing engineering activities; developing and implementing short-term and long-term capital project plans; ensuring capital projects are delivered to scope, on time and within budget
  • Overseeing inventories of supplies, raw materials and finished; ensuring raw material planning and procurement meet manufacturing needs
  • Identifying, managing, and developing talent to maximize individual, team and organizational effectiveness; fostering a culture of engagement and accountability; coaching through feedback, development planning and performance management; using effective change management skills to effectively plan, implement and evaluate change management objectives

Requirements
  • Requires B.S. in Engineering, Science or related field
  • Requires interpersonal skills in dealing with employees and customers
  • Requires strong management skills with the ability to supervise multiple teams
  • Requires leadership, team building, and management skills
  • Encouraging to team and staff; able to mentor and lead
  • Excellent conflict-resolution and decision-making abilities
  • Requires knowledge of refractory materials, products, and operations
  • Requires computer operation skills including, proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, CAD and Oracle ERP
  • Requires strong decision making and problem-solving skills
  • Requires strong mechanical aptitude
  • Requires knowledge of LEAN Manufacturing and LEAN Management principles
  • Requires experience in working towards Lean production
  • Requires knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standards Quality Management Systems
  • The Manager, Plant III requires four plus (4+) years of manufacturing and management experience in an industrial manufacturing operation.
  • Project Management qualification preferred
  • Lean/ Six Sigma, Green Belt certification preferred

Physical and Environmental Requirements
  • Physical Activity: Requires more than 2/3 of time reaching; 1/3 to 2/3 of time standing, sitting, speaking/hearing; and less than 1/3 of time walking, climbing/balancing, stooping/ kneeling/ crouching/crawling, tasting/smelling.
  • Lifting: Requires lifting up to 100 pounds less than 1/3 of time.
  • Vision: Requires accurate close and distance vision, color vision, and the ability to focus.
  • Environment: Requires 1/3 to 2/3 of time in an office setting; and less than 1/3 of time working near moving technical parts, working in high, precarious places, exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, outdoor weather, and/or in extreme heat.
  • Noise: Requires exposure to moderate noise.

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