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Plant Director Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Plant Continuous Improvement Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$76K - $102K/yr

... plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of the OPX360. Essential Duties and ... Other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager and CI Director. Skills and Competencies

... plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of the OPX360. Essential Duties and ... Other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager and CI Director. Skills and Competencies

... plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of the OPX360. Essential Duties and ... Other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager and CI Director. Skills and Competencies

... plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of the OPX360. Essential Duties and ... Other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager and CI Director. Skills and Competencies

POSITION SUMMARY The Maintenance Director is responsible for the community's day-to-day physical plant operations while ensuring compliance with safety standards. They maintain the structural ...

Resident Care Director

Zebulon, NC · On-site

$58K - $77K/yr

We've been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's Most Admired ... Position Summary: As the Resident Care Director, it is your responsibility for the overall ...

Resident Care Director

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$66K - $88K/yr

We've been recognized by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group as one of America's Most Admired ... Position Summary: As the Resident Care Director, it is your responsibility for the overall ...

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How much do plant director jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for plant director in Raleigh, NC is $107,986.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $74,400.00 and $141,400.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a plant director?

A Plant Director is a senior management professional responsible for overseeing all operations within a manufacturing plant or facility. Their primary duties include ensuring production targets are met, maintaining safety standards, managing budgets, and leading a team of managers and supervisors. Plant Directors play a key role in implementing company policies, improving operational efficiency, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. They often report to higher-level executives and serve as the main point of contact for plant-related matters.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a plant director?

To thrive as a Plant Director, you need extensive experience in manufacturing operations, a solid understanding of production processes, and a degree in engineering, business, or a related field. Familiarity with ERP systems, lean manufacturing methodologies, and relevant safety or quality certifications (such as Six Sigma or OSHA) is typically required. Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and driving organizational goals. These skills ensure efficient plant operations, maximize productivity, and maintain high standards of safety and quality.

What are some common challenges plant directors face when managing large manufacturing teams?

Plant Directors often encounter challenges in balancing operational efficiency with employee engagement, especially in large facilities. Managing cross-functional teams and ensuring clear communication across shifts can be complex, as can implementing new technologies or process improvements while maintaining production targets. Additionally, Plant Directors must navigate compliance with safety and environmental regulations, which requires ongoing training and vigilance. Effective leadership, adaptability, and a proactive approach to problem-solving are essential to overcoming these challenges.

How much does a plant director make in the US?

A plant director in the US typically earns between $100,000 and $180,000 annually, depending on the industry, company size, and location. Compensation may also include bonuses, benefits, and profit-sharing, with experience and leadership skills influencing salary levels.

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Infographic showing various Plant Director job openings in Raleigh, NC as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $107,986 per year, or $51.9 per hour.

Plant Continuous Improvement Engineer

Novolex

Raleigh, NC • On-site

$76K - $102K/yr

Full-time

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Novolex rating

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Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 105 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

70th of 122 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

Company Overview
Why Choose Us?
Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Novolex manufacturing and sourcing expertise spans a diverse range of substrates including resin, paper, molded fiber, aluminum and more. We provide customers a broad array of stock and customized solutions with 120 product categories, 250 brands and over 39,000 SKUs.
Our Sustainability Commitment
The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.
Job Description
Position Overview
The goal of this position is to demonstrate maximum efficiency across the network of manufacturing facilities, continuously assessing critical processes and systems in Pactiv Evergreen and implementing programs that will have long-term benefits. From these technical assessments, develop and implement targeted plans that address gaps in the facilities. As our manufacturing technology, automation and opportunity for optimization increases, we must transfer knowledge, network and leverage best practices within our manufacturing sites as we continue to develop a Lean Management System to run our facilities, as well as optimize plant performance by ensuring a flawless implementation of the OPX360.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Develop plans, schedules, and budgets for projects to improve existing processes and to support the OPX360.
  • Identify, prioritize and execute continuous improvement activities through standardization and consistency.
  • Supports lean improvement process with techniques such as Kaizen.
  • Identify cost savings through research or product requirements, manufacturing methods and equipment modifications.
  • Improve manufacturing organization by analyzing workflow, space requirements and equipment layout with the goal of cost-reduction, quality improvement and efficiency.
  • Bridge the gap between technical and operational teams, executing a range of CI solutions that move operations beyond current state to the next level of efficiency.
  • Identify and manage resources, internal and external, that are needed to execute the targeted skills development.
  • Has knowledge in the areas of: 5S, SMED, TPM, VSM, PDCA or equivalent, A3 Problem Solving.
  • Ensure adherence to Lean Methodology, including Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, Daily Management, Layered Audit Process and Business Plan development to eliminate waste.
  • Other job duties as assigned by the Facility Manager and CI Director.

Skills and Competencies
  • Proven ability to facilitate change.
  • Strong organizational skills to include Tracking, coordination across multiple programs, effective reporting of status and results to both Plant management and senior management.
  • Experience working across multiple locations at one time
  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge of statistical methods and process improvement techniques.
  • Effective communication skills (written and verbal), team building and leadership skills with all levels in the organization.
  • Bi-lingual (Spanish/English) a plus
  • Must have Microsoft Office experience with advanced Excel Skills.

Education and/or Experience Requirements (Qualifications)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field.
  • 5+ years of plant experience in technical or management roles

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: (if applicable)
  • Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
  • Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • The team member is required to be able to perform the above tasks, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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What You'll Get From Us
Benefits
With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.
Community Engagement
At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.
Training and Development
We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.
Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.
Formerly Pactiv Evergreen

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