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As Plant Manager, you will oversee day-to-day site execution, drive continuous operational ... Direct the facility's transition from Mechanical Completion to full operational startup, overseeing ...
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As Plant Manager, you will oversee day-to-day site execution, drive continuous operational ... Direct the facility's transition from Mechanical Completion to full operational startup, overseeing ...
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Plant Manager
Omaha, NE · On-site
$200K/yr
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Senior Plant Manager Direct Hire | Omaha, NE | Onsite About the Company This is a rare opportunity to join a heavy industrial manufacturer at the ground floor of a major growth story. Backed by a ...
Plant Manager
Omaha, NE · On-site
$200K/yr
Medical
Life
Retirement
PTO
Senior Plant Manager Direct Hire | Omaha, NE | Onsite About the Company This is a rare opportunity to join a heavy industrial manufacturer at the ground floor of a major growth story. Backed by a ...
The Plant Manager will provide leadership & perform essential management tasks. This is a hands-on ... Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations.
The Plant Manager will provide leadership & perform essential management tasks. This is a hands-on ... Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations.
Plant Manager
Arlington, TX · On-site
The Plant Manager will provide leadership & perform essential management tasks. This is a hands-on ... Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations.
Plant Manager
Arlington, TX · On-site
The Plant Manager will provide leadership & perform essential management tasks. This is a hands-on ... Plan, organize, direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed our customers' expectations.
Plant Manager
$135K - $200K/yr
Proven experience leading manufacturing operations in a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Director of Operations, or similar leadership role * Demonstrated success driving plant improvement ...
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Plant Manager
$135K - $200K/yr
Proven experience leading manufacturing operations in a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Director of Operations, or similar leadership role * Demonstrated success driving plant improvement ...
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and operational ... Direct all production activities for two ice cream manufacturing and packaging lines. * Ensure ...
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and operational ... Direct all production activities for two ice cream manufacturing and packaging lines. * Ensure ...
Plant Manager
Kingman, AZ · On-site
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Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Manage all aspects of plant operations through plant staff to ensure the site meets or exceeds the ... Select, train, develop, lead, and motivate direct reports to maintain efficient plant operations.
Plant Manager
Kingman, AZ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
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Manage all aspects of plant operations through plant staff to ensure the site meets or exceeds the ... Select, train, develop, lead, and motivate direct reports to maintain efficient plant operations.
Plant Manager
El Segundo, CA · On-site
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Dental
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Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
El Segundo, CA · On-site
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Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
El Segundo, CA · On-site
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Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
El Segundo, CA · On-site
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Dental
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Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Lubbock, TX · On-site
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and operational ... Direct all production activities for two ice cream manufacturing and packaging lines. * Ensure ...
Plant Manager
Lubbock, TX · On-site
The Plant Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and operational ... Direct all production activities for two ice cream manufacturing and packaging lines. * Ensure ...
Plant Manager
Hacienda Heights, CA · On-site
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Dental
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Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Hacienda Heights, CA · On-site
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Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Direct and manage plant operations to ensure the business objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner. Provides direct supervision and leadership to production work groups.
Direct and manage plant operations to ensure the business objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost effective manner. Provides direct supervision and leadership to production work groups.
Plant Manager
Kingman, AZ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Manage all aspects of plant operations through plant staff to ensure the site meets or exceeds the ... Select, train, develop, lead, and motivate direct reports to maintain efficient plant operations.
Plant Manager
Kingman, AZ · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Manage all aspects of plant operations through plant staff to ensure the site meets or exceeds the ... Select, train, develop, lead, and motivate direct reports to maintain efficient plant operations.
Plant Manager
Davenport, IA · On-site
$182K - $266K/yr
Medical
Retirement
Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Plant Manager will lead a facility of over 750 employees and have responsibility for all plant management in a union environment. This plant is a ...
Plant Manager
Davenport, IA · On-site
$182K - $266K/yr
Medical
Retirement
Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Plant Manager will lead a facility of over 750 employees and have responsibility for all plant management in a union environment. This plant is a ...
Plant Manager
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
Job Summary The Plant Manager is responsible for directing all Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities at the plant. The Plant Manager assures that an adequate supply of personnel, tools ...
Plant Manager
Downingtown, PA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Direct plant capital programs and expenditures to support strategic operational goals * Comply with all local, state and federal regulations * Manage operations through the use of the Pactiv ...
Plant Manager
Downingtown, PA · On-site
Medical
Dental
Vision
Retirement
PTO
Direct plant capital programs and expenditures to support strategic operational goals * Comply with all local, state and federal regulations * Manage operations through the use of the Pactiv ...
Plant Manager
Rensselaer, NY · On-site
Direct and integrate core plant programs, including operations, maintenance, safety, chemistry ... Manage plant financial performance by developing operating and capital budgets, monitoring ...
Plant Manager
Rensselaer, NY · On-site
Direct and integrate core plant programs, including operations, maintenance, safety, chemistry ... Manage plant financial performance by developing operating and capital budgets, monitoring ...
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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for plant manager director 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 is the difference between Plant Manager Director vs Plant Operations Manager?
| Aspect | Plant Manager Director | Plant Operations Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Responsibilities | Oversees multiple plants or large facilities, sets strategic goals, manages senior leadership | Manages daily plant operations, ensures production targets, supervises staff |
| Credentials | Bachelor's or higher in engineering, manufacturing, or related fields; extensive experience | Bachelor's in engineering, manufacturing, or related; experience in plant operations |
| Work Environment | Corporate office and multiple plant sites | Primarily on-site at the plant facility |
| Industry Usage | Common in large manufacturing corporations | Widely used in manufacturing and production facilities |
The Plant Manager Director typically holds a higher-level, strategic role overseeing multiple plants or large facilities, focusing on long-term goals and leadership. In contrast, the Plant Operations Manager concentrates on daily operations and immediate production targets. Both roles require relevant credentials and experience, but the scope and focus differ significantly.
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Job description
ABOUT US:
We use American corn and existing bioethanol infrastructure to produce critical chemicals right here at home-powering U.S. competitiveness and securing our nation's supply chains - while reinvesting in agricultural America. Bluestem Biosciences has engineered a breakthrough in American manufacturing. Our proprietary biomanufacturing process represents a new, cost-effective, and advantaged way to produce platform chemicals domestically. With the foundation of existing infrastructure, we convert abundant, renewable American corn into high-value chemicals at scale. JOIN US AS WE ACCELERATE TO COMMERCIALIZATION
Role Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Plant Manager to lead our biochemical production facility from initial commissioning into full-scale commercial operation. In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for building, mentoring, and guiding the facility's operations team from the ground up while establishing a high-performing operational culture.
As Plant Manager, you will oversee day-to-day site execution, drive continuous operational improvements, and serve as a key strategic bridge to executive leadership. Beyond analyzing performance data, you will synthesize complex operational reporting and present clear, actionable solutions and strategic paths forward to the executive team. Additionally, you will masterfully manage plant scheduling-striking a balance between high-efficiency production targets and critical R&D scale-up activities using shared facility assets.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Operational Improvement
Facility Operations & Scheduling
Requirements
Bluestem is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
We use American corn and existing bioethanol infrastructure to produce critical chemicals right here at home-powering U.S. competitiveness and securing our nation's supply chains - while reinvesting in agricultural America. Bluestem Biosciences has engineered a breakthrough in American manufacturing. Our proprietary biomanufacturing process represents a new, cost-effective, and advantaged way to produce platform chemicals domestically. With the foundation of existing infrastructure, we convert abundant, renewable American corn into high-value chemicals at scale. JOIN US AS WE ACCELERATE TO COMMERCIALIZATION
Role Summary
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Plant Manager to lead our biochemical production facility from initial commissioning into full-scale commercial operation. In this critical leadership role, you will be responsible for building, mentoring, and guiding the facility's operations team from the ground up while establishing a high-performing operational culture.
As Plant Manager, you will oversee day-to-day site execution, drive continuous operational improvements, and serve as a key strategic bridge to executive leadership. Beyond analyzing performance data, you will synthesize complex operational reporting and present clear, actionable solutions and strategic paths forward to the executive team. Additionally, you will masterfully manage plant scheduling-striking a balance between high-efficiency production targets and critical R&D scale-up activities using shared facility assets.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Operational Improvement
- Team Building & Leadership: Build, structure, and directly mentor the plant operations, engineering, and technician teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and safety compliance.
- Executive Advisory & Reporting: Synthesize complex site performance data, critical path risks, and budgetary tracking into executive-level briefings. Regularly recommend strategic solutions and clear paths forward to the executive leadership team.
- Continuous Improvement: Proactively identify operational bottlenecks, drive process optimizations, and implement lean/continuous improvement strategies to maximize plant yield and efficiency.
- Technology Transfer Management: Partner with R&D, process development, and strain-engineering teams to establish formal Tech Transfer protocols, translating bench-top and pilot-scale process packages into scalable, robust plant operations.
- Pilot Campaign Execution & Risk Mitigation: Lead the operational risk-mapping and execution of experimental campaigns or strain/feedstock trials, ensuring standard commercial campaigns are not compromised by R&D batch failures.
Facility Operations & Scheduling
- Asset & Schedule Balancing: Oversee site master scheduling, skillfully balancing the resource and asset requirements between commercial production throughput and vital R&D/scale-up activities.
- Supply Chain & Inventory Management: Maintain critical plant inventories, monitor chemical and feedstock supply levels, and proactively manage reordering processes to eliminate operational downtime and maintain uninterrupted production schedules.
- Commissioning & Startup Leadership: Direct the facility's transition from Mechanical Completion to full operational startup, overseeing Commissioning, Qualification, and Validation (CQV) activities (FAT, SAT).
- Process Engineering Support: Provide hands-on oversight for complex biochemical systems, utilizing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) to solve equipment failures or yield deviations.
- Safety & Compliance: Author, implement, and enforce robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions, and Site Safety Protocols (including LOTO, confined space entry, and PSM).
- Flexible Change Management: Build and manage a flexible Management of Change (MOC) framework that accommodates frequent R&D-driven recipe, organism, and parameter changes without compromising site safety or regulatory compliance.
- Analytical & QC Integration: Oversee on-site laboratory/QC operations to ensure rapid-turnaround analytical support for critical fermentation metrics (e.g., cell density, metabolite profiles) needed by both production and scientific teams.
Requirements
- Education: B.S. or advanced degree in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, or a closely related field.
- Experience: 7+ years of progressive operations management experience in biochemical or specialty chemical manufacturing. Proven track record of managing major brownfield or greenfield facility startups.
- Team Building: Demonstrated experience hiring, structuring, and leading multi-disciplinary operational teams.
- Technical Expertise: Deep experience in aerobic/anaerobic fermentation, aseptic processing, and downstream purification dynamics. Strong background in P&ID development, PFDs, and HAZOP leadership.
- Strategic & Communication Skills: Exceptional capability to translate complex technical/operational challenges into clear recommendations for executive leadership. Strong cross-functional collaboration and scheduling abilities.
- Location/Travel: Ability to be based on-site or travel to the facility up to 100% of the time during commissioning and initial production phases.
Bluestem is an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
About Bluestem Biosciences
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Industry
Biotechnology research and development
Company size
1 - 10 Employees
Headquarters location
Bennington, NE, US
Year founded
2022