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How much do plastics manager manufacturing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for plastics manager manufacturing in the United States is $99,198.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $77,500.00 and $118,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Plastics Manager Manufacturing vs Plastics Supervisor?

AspectPlastics Manager ManufacturingPlastics Supervisor
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire production processes, manages teams, develops strategies, and ensures quality standards.Supervises daily operations on the production floor, directs workers, and ensures safety and efficiency.
CredentialsBachelor's degree in manufacturing, engineering, or related field; experience in plastics manufacturing.High school diploma or equivalent; experience in plastics or manufacturing environment.
Work EnvironmentOffice and plant floor, managerial setting, strategic planning.Primarily on the production floor, direct supervision of staff.

The Plastics Manager Manufacturing focuses on strategic oversight and management of the entire plastics production process, while the Plastics Supervisor handles daily operations and team supervision. Both roles require industry experience, but the manager's role is broader and more strategic.

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Infographic showing various Plastics Manager Manufacturing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $99,198 per year, or $47.7 per hour.

Manufacturing Manager

Evansville, IN • On-site

Kaizen HR Solutions, LLC
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 1 - 10 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your manufacturing leadership career?

We are seeking a high-potential manufacturing leader to oversee an established manufacturing operation. We welcome candidates ranging from experienced Plant Managers and Manufacturing Managers to high-potential Assistant Plant Managers, Superintendents, Supervisors, and engineering leaders with a strong manufacturing and process background. If you've demonstrated success leading people, improving manufacturing performance, driving continuous improvement, and building high-performing teams, we'd like to hear from you.

This is an outstanding opportunity to expand your leadership responsibilities while partnering with an experienced executive team and positioning yourself for long-term career growth within a growing organization.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Excellent relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
  • High visibility with executive leadership.
  • Opportunity to lead an established manufacturing site.
  • Strong career growth potential within a growing organization.
  • Competitive base salary, performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on plant performance, culture, and future growth.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead all aspects of plant operations, including safety, quality, production, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
  • Develop supervisors, managers, and frontline leaders while fostering a culture of accountability, engagement, and operational excellence.
  • Drive improvements in productivity, throughput, quality, cost, and on time delivery.
  • Partner with executive leadership on capital investments, operational strategy, and future growth initiatives.
  • Ensure compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Build, coach, and develop high-performing teams while creating a positive and collaborative manufacturing culture.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Six or more years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience leading supervisors, managers, or production teams.
  • Experience in chemicals, plastics, polymers, rubber, resins, specialty chemicals, industrial minerals, or other process manufacturing environments.
  • Demonstrated success improving operational performance, developing people, leading organizational change, and driving continuous improvement.

Keywords: Plant Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Manufacturing Operations Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, Assistant Plant Manager, Production Superintendent, Operations Superintendent, Manufacturing Supervisor, Production Supervisor, Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineering Manager, Process Engineering Manager, Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Chemical Manufacturing, Plastics Manufacturing, Polymer Compounding, Injection Molding, Blow Molding, Extrusion, Thermoforming, Rubber Compounding, Resins, Specialty Chemicals, Raw Materials, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Plant Operations, Operational Excellence.

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