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Addison Group

Plant Manager

Sardis, MS · On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

The Plant Manager must effectively balance commercial production demands with development and pilot-scale runs in close partnership with R&D, while fostering a culture of professionalism ...

Pilot Chemical Co.

Plant Manager

Avenel, NJ

PLANT MANAGER Role Summary This position will manage and continuously improve all manufacturing and ... Manage, direct and implement operations strategies to ensure the achievement of Pilot Chemical ...

polyntspa

Pilot Plant Chemist/Engineer

North Kansas City, MO · On-site

$20.25 - $27.25/hr

Pilot Plant Chemist/Engineer North Kansas City, MO. Schedule: 2 pm to 10 pm Monday to Friday. About ... Effectively manage raw material and finished goods inventories. * Follow all Environmental, Health ...

Polynt S.p.A.

Pilot Plant Chemist/Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$20.25 - $27.25/hr

Pilot Plant Chemist/Engineer North Kansas City, MO. Schedule: 2 pm to 10 pm Monday to Friday. About ... Effectively manage raw material and finished goods inventories. * Follow all Environmental, Health ...

Hertha Metals

Utility Worker

Conroe, TX · On-site

Pilot Plant Manager Pay: $15-17/ hr YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Operate and inspect forklifts and overhead cranes to support material movement. * Use hand tools, power tools, and cutting torches to ...

Hertha Metals

Utility Worker

Conroe, TX · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

Pilot Plant Manager Pay: $15-17/ hr YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES * Operate and inspect forklifts and overhead cranes to support material movement. * Use hand tools, power tools, and cutting torches to ...

Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Hugoton, KS · On-site

Pilot Plant Supervisor / Senior R&D Manager About the Role We're looking for a Food Scientist to support pilot plant operations and industrial implementation of new products. In this role, you'll ...

Stefanini

TECHNICIAN

Madison, WI · On-site

... managing your business growth. We provide the ongoing skill development to ensure that ... Work with Pilot Plant Leader to ensure Pilot Plant and business needs are met on an on-going and ...

Flora Food Group

R&D Food Scientist

Hugoton, KS · On-site

Pilot Plant Supervisor / Senior R&D Manager About the Role We're looking for a Food Scientist to support pilot plant operations and industrial implementation of new products. In this role, you'll ...

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How much do pilot plant manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for pilot plant manager in the United States is $116,937.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $121,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pilot plant manager?

A pilot plant manager oversees the operation of small-scale industrial facilities used to test and develop new processes or products. They coordinate equipment, ensure safety standards, and analyze data to support scale-up to full production, often requiring knowledge of engineering, manufacturing, and process control tools.

What is the difference between Pilot Plant Manager vs Process Engineer?

AspectPilot Plant ManagerProcess Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or industrial engineering; often requires experience in plant operationsBachelor's or master's in chemical, process, or mechanical engineering; focus on design and optimization
Work EnvironmentOversees pilot plant operations, manages staff, ensures safety and efficiencyDesigns processes, analyzes data, improves manufacturing methods
Industry UsageCommonly employed in chemical, pharmaceutical, and manufacturing industriesUsed across similar industries for process development and optimization

The Pilot Plant Manager focuses on overseeing pilot plant operations, managing staff, and ensuring safety, while the Process Engineer concentrates on designing and optimizing manufacturing processes. Both roles require engineering credentials and are integral to process development in manufacturing industries.

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Plant Manager

Plant Manager

Addison Group

Sardis, MS • On-site

$110K - $140K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Location: Sardis, Mississippi
Job Title: Plant Manager
Reports To: VP of Operations
FLSA Status: Salary, Exempt
Compensation: $110,000 - $140,000
Position Summary
The Plant Manager, Sardis is responsible for leading a multi-line manufacturing facility encompassing spray drying, granulation, fulvic, liquid, and specialty production. This site also serves as the company's most customer-facing facility and houses critical R&D research assets, which are managed by R&D but require direct operational oversight. This role is accountable for ensuring safe, efficient, and compliant operations while leveraging ERP (NetSuite) as the system of record for production planning, labor scheduling, inventory management, compliance, and reporting. The Plant Manager must effectively balance commercial production demands with development and pilot-scale runs in close partnership with R&D, while fostering a culture of professionalism, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Roles & Responsibilities
  • Use ERP (NetSuite) as the system of record for all site activities including scheduling, production tracking, inventory management, order fulfillment, and compliance
  • Drive ERP data accuracy and utilization to support decision-making, standardized operator workflows, and site-wide performance monitoring
  • Oversee daily operations across spray drying, granulation, fulvic, liquid, and specialty production lines
  • Optimize scheduling, throughput, and critical-path workflows to minimize downtime and maximize efficiency
  • Ensure consistent raw material flow, warehouse accuracy, and on-time customer shipments
  • Enforce site-wide adherence to EHS, regulatory, and internal quality standards
  • Partner with Quality to integrate routine product testing into daily operational checks
  • Ensure compliance with customer requirements and audit standards in a high-visibility, customer-facing environment
  • Provide operational oversight for R&D assets and pilot equipment located at the Sardis facility
  • Support scale-up trials, development runs, and process optimization initiatives without compromising commercial production performance
  • Facilitate smooth and repeatable transitions from pilot-scale to full-scale manufacturing
  • Lead, coach, and develop supervisors, leads, and operators across multiple shifts
  • Design and implement structured operator training programs with emphasis on safety, ERP usage, and technical competency
  • Partner with HR to recruit, retain, and promote local talent
  • Build and manage shift schedules balancing production requirements, maintenance needs, and R&D flexibility
  • Utilize ERP-driven labor planning to optimize resource allocation and reduce inefficiencies
  • Ensure adequate cross-training to improve coverage, agility, and operational responsiveness
  • Represent Sardis operations during customer visits, audits, and product demonstrations
  • Maintain a high level of site professionalism as the company's flagship customer-facing facility
  • Collaborate closely with R&D, Commercial, Engineering, and Procurement teams to meet internal and external objectives
  • Own plant-level budgets, KPIs, and operational metrics
  • Track and drive improvements in cost per unit, yield, labor utilization, and equipment uptime
  • Lead capital project execution and continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and scalability

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Industrial Operations, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of plant operations or production leadership experience with multi-line, multi-shift oversight.
  • Proven success leading customer-facing manufacturing operations.
  • Experience supporting R&D activities, pilot-to-scale transitions, and product optimization initiatives.
  • Demonstrated strength in people leadership and operator training development.
  • Expertise in ERP-driven operations management, Lean manufacturing principles, and continuous improvement.
  • Ability to balance production discipline with R&D flexibility.
  • High proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), Microsoft Office Suite, and data-driven reporting tools.
  • Strong communicator with the ability to influence across technical, commercial, and R&D teams.

Preferred Qualifications
  • At least one year of hands-on experience using NetSuite in a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven people leadership experience managing teams of 10-25 employees.
  • Background in spray drying and packaging operations.
  • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Demonstrated success building high-performing, customer-facing production teams.
  • Experience managing operations in a headquarters or flagship facility environment.
  • Familiarity with international shipping documentation, including Bills of Lading, Certificates of Origin, and phytosanitary requirements.

Benefits
  • 401(k) contribution match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Short-term and long-term disability insurance

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