Plant Superintendent | Winchester, KY | $120K–$135K + 25% Bonus | Manufacturing Leadership

⚙️ Plant Superintendent

📍 Winchester, KY | 100% Onsite
💼 Mid-Level Leadership | Full-Time
📅 Active Search | 1 Opening

💲 Salary Range: $119,760 – $134,730 + Quarterly Bonus (up to 25%)
🚚 Relocation: Full package available
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not supported

🌟 The Opportunity

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives on driving performance, developing teams, and optimizing production excellence?

We’re seeking an experienced Plant Superintendent to lead operations at a 24/7 manufacturing facility producing high-quality plastic products. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role offers the chance to shape safety culture, elevate operational efficiency, and deliver outstanding results across production, quality, and workforce engagement.

If you’re passionate about leading people, improving processes, and creating a best-in-class plant culture — this is the opportunity to make your mark.

🔧 What You’ll Do

🏭 Operational Leadership

• Lead daily production activities across a high-performance plastics manufacturing environment.

• Drive excellence in safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost, and productivity.

• Implement lean manufacturing practices including 5S, Six Sigma, and Kaizen.

• Partner with the Plant Manager to develop strategies that meet business goals and customer commitments.

👥 Team Development & Engagement

• Inspire, coach, and develop a diverse team of supervisors and operators.

• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Lead training and team-building initiatives to enhance skills and performance.

• Support employee relations in collaboration with HR to build a positive, inclusive workplace.

📊 Process Optimization

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

• Collaborate cross-functionally to improve equipment reliability and production flow.

• Manage plant metrics and report results to leadership, using data-driven insights to drive decisions.

• Support capital projects and process upgrades to advance plant capabilities.

💰 Financial & Strategic Performance

• Assist with budget development and ensure operations meet productivity and cost targets.

• Maintain compliance with OSHA, EPA, and all regulatory standards.

• Develop workflow policies that balance safety, efficiency, and quality.

✅ What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree or higher (Engineering or Plastics preferred).

• 3–5 years of manufacturing experience, ideally in plastics, injection molding, or extrusion.

• Proven success in leadership roles within a production environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint for reporting, analysis, and presentations.

• Strong communication and public speaking skills — comfortable leading teams and training sessions.

• Integrity, adaptability, and a commitment to operational excellence.

💪 What Success Looks Like

✔ You create a culture where safety, quality, and productivity go hand-in-hand.
✔ Your teams are engaged, motivated, and proud of their work.
✔ You deliver measurable results in plant performance and cost optimization.
✔ You act as a trusted partner to senior leadership — driving continuous improvement at every level.

🌱 Why Join

This is your opportunity to take ownership of a key leadership role in a stable, growing organization that values teamwork, integrity, and operational excellence. You’ll have the autonomy to make impactful decisions, the resources to innovate, and the support to succeed.

🎁 Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance & Retirement Plans

• Paid Time Off & Holidays

• Performance-Based Bonus (Quarterly Payouts)

• Relocation Support for Qualified Candidates

• Career Growth in a Global Manufacturing Environment

🧭 Interview Process

1️⃣ Initial Interview with Recruiter
2️⃣ Hiring Manager Review & Next Steps

Manufacturing Operations Manager | $106K–$150K | Consumer Products | Sanford, ME

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Location: Sanford, Maine
Job ID: 167229
Employment Type: Full-Time

💵 Compensation:

• Base Salary: $106,000 – $150,000/year

• Bonus Eligible: No

• Commission: No

• Overtime Eligible: No

🎁 Benefits:

• Full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)

• Relocation assistance available for the ideal candidate

• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career development and advancement support

• Opportunities for continuous improvement training (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Lead. Innovate. Transform.

Are you a manufacturing leader ready to take the next step in your career? This exciting opportunity offers the chance to drive operational excellence, lead high-performing teams, and influence end-to-end production strategies at a dynamic consumer products facility in Sanford, Maine.

You’ll oversee production, warehouse, and finishing operations while fostering a safety-first, quality-driven, and continuous improvement culture. Bring your passion for innovation, people leadership, and efficiency—and make a measurable impact on global supply chain performance.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

🔧 Operations Leadership

• Oversee daily operations across production, making, finishing, and warehouse areas

• Lead supervisory teams and technicians to meet KPIs around quality, safety, and efficiency

• Drive a culture of accountability, performance, and collaboration

• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Maintenance, Quality, and EH&S to maximize productivity

• Champion Factory Performance & Reliability (FP&R) standards including People Capability, Visual Workplace, and Continuous Improvement

• Act as a visible, hands-on leader during audits, SOP reviews, and daily operations

• Build contingency plans to ensure business continuity during disruptions

💰 Financial Oversight

• Co-own plant financial performance with site leadership

• Drive savings initiatives through labor cost optimization and FTG (Fund-the-Growth) programs

• Analyze variances in materials, labor, and output to improve financial forecasting

• Optimize inventory, capital expenditures, and operating expenses to improve cash flow

• Monitor and revise site KPIs to align with evolving business goals

👥 People & Culture

• Execute labor strategies that promote employee relations, retention, and engagement

• Build and mentor a high-performing workforce, empowering both salaried and hourly teams

• Develop internal talent pipelines while fostering a culture of recognition and inclusion

✅ Quality, Compliance & Process Excellence

• Ensure all production activities align with GMP, FDA, and safety standards

• Own decisions regarding out-of-spec raw materials, WIP, and finished goods

• Guarantee team proficiency with SOPs for lot tracking, release procedures, code dating, and traceability

• Lead implementation of corrective/preventive actions for non-conformances

• Ensure validated cleaning, sanitization, and changeover procedures are followed

• Facilitate successful technology transfers for new products and processes

⚙️ Process & Equipment Optimization

• Set annual site goals for process capability; monitor and report on monthly progress

• Ensure process control tolerances, calibration routines, and SOP accuracy

• Identify and resolve equipment constraints in partnership with technical teams

• Oversee preventive maintenance and ensure team training on cleaning and batch procedures

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related discipline (required)

• 8+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations

• Strong background in GMP, FDA/regulated environments, and ISO/OSHA standards

• Solid understanding of Quality systems and manufacturing audits

• Advanced proficiency with digital tools (e.g., Google Suite, Data Studio)

• Experience leading cross-functional teams and navigating matrixed environments

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP, WMS, and plant floor systems experience

• Certified or experienced in Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement methodology

• Proven ability to manage ambiguity and multiple initiatives simultaneously

• Strong communicator with excellent coaching and feedback capabilities

• Project management skills with experience leading complex initiatives

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior

• Management Experience: Not required, but leadership experience essential

• Travel: Occasional

• Visa Sponsorship: Not available

• Security Clearance: Not required

• Relocation Assistance: Yes, for the ideal candidate

Take Charge of Change

This role is built for a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced, quality-first environment. If you're ready to elevate your impact, drive performance, and shape the future of manufacturing—this is your opportunity.

Industrial Engineer | Lean Manufacturing | Millsboro, DE | $85K–$125K | Food & Beverage

⚙️ Industrial Engineer

📍 Millsboro, DE | Onsite | Food & Beverages Industry
📅 Full-time | Engineering – Process Optimization

💰 Salary: $85,690 – $125,000
✨ Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package
🚚 Relocation: Possible for the ideal candidate
🧳 Travel: Occasional

🚀 About the Role

We’re seeking an Industrial Engineer to take a lead role in process optimization and lean manufacturing initiatives within a protein processing facility. This mid-level position will drive efficiency improvement projects, implement Six Sigma methodologies, and provide technical expertise to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and improve reliability.

This is a hands-on, impactful role where you’ll collaborate with operations, maintenance, and project teams to deliver measurable improvements in yield, capacity, and overall performance.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Lead efficiency improvement projects, analyzing production workflows and eliminating bottlenecks.

• Conduct root cause analysis and design process modifications for better productivity.

• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Manage cost-reduction and capacity layout projects.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and improve yields.

• Develop and maintain labor standards and best practices.

• Provide technical guidance and reporting on assigned projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Enforce safety, quality, and ergonomic standards in all projects.

🎯 Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering (preferred).

• 2+ years’ experience working in a poultry or protein processing plant in an industrial engineering role.

• 3–5 years of relevant process engineering/continuous improvement experience.

• Proficiency in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process optimization tools.

• Strong AutoCAD skills.

• Demonstrated problem-solving, project management, and collaboration skills.

• Ability to troubleshoot and re-design existing systems in a manufacturing environment.

✅ Preferred Experience

• Direct experience in protein manufacturing, with poultry industry experience strongly preferred.

• Experience with ergonomics, safety standards, and continuous improvement in production settings.

• Background in both office and plant floor environments (processing, hatchery, feed mill, wastewater facility).

📌 Interview Process

• Recruiter Screen

• Hiring Manager Interview

• Onsite Interview

🏆 Why Apply?

This role is a fantastic opportunity for an Industrial Engineer ready to take ownership of efficiency, cost reduction, and lean transformation projects in a fast-paced production environment. If you thrive on problem-solving, driving measurable improvements, and working hands-on in the protein industry, this role will allow you to make a meaningful impact.

Electrical Engineer | Industrial Power & Control Systems | Alcoa, TN

Position: Electrical Engineer

Location: Alcoa, Tennessee, United States
Travel: Not specified
Employment Type: Full-Time
Compensation: $80,000 - $105,000

About the Role

Our client is seeking an Electrical Engineer to join their Tennessee Operations facility. This role will focus on providing engineering support for maintenance and operations. The successful candidate will assist in safety, restoring product flow, solving recurring design and process issues, and driving improvements in equipment and process data analysis. The engineer will also oversee the implementation of capital projects, major repairs, and maintenance projects, as well as provide process engineering support as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for operations and maintenance, focusing on safety and product flow.

• Analyze equipment and process data to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions.

• Manage, develop, and implement capital projects, maintenance projects, and repairs.

• Develop and design electrical systems for industrial equipment, including transformers, switchgear, transmission lines, and sub-stations.

• Troubleshoot and maintain industrial electrical power and control systems and equipment.

• Collaborate with other engineers and technicians to implement engineering solutions and improvements.

• Oversee the activities of craft personnel, ensuring safe work practices and compliance with safety standards.

• Manage external vendors providing electrical design and support functions.

• Lead and manage electrical projects, from design through installation and commissioning.

• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing operations using lean manufacturing principles.

What We’re Looking For

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an accredited institution.

• At least 3 years of experience in electrical engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and principles.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in electrical systems and manufacturing processes.

• Experience with high-voltage electrical equipment, design, application specifications, maintenance, and failure analysis.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD or similar CAD software.

• Strong background in electrical engineering, including industrial power and control systems, transformers, switchgear, and substations.

• Experience with capital project estimation, justification, management, and installation.

• Familiarity with electrical engineering safety standards, codes, and industry specifications.

• Knowledge of world-class manufacturing techniques such as Lean, JIT, SPC, and TQM.

• Strong problem-solving, creative thinking, and communication skills.

• Experience managing and executing electrical projects, including design, installation, and commissioning.

Compensation

• Base Salary Range: Not disclosed

This is a great opportunity to contribute to a modern and innovative manufacturing facility, where you'll play a key role in advancing operational efficiency and engineering practices.