Plant Manager

About Max Solutions

Founded by industry veterans Marc Shore and Dennis Kaltman, Max Solutions seeks to impact our customers, employees, communities and the environment through specialty packaging solutions that support the healthcare and consumer segments. We deliver this unmatched impact by investing in next-generation technology, building and supporting an exceptional team of people and never placing limits on creativity.

We are hiring a Plant Manager at our Sturgis, MI location. This role is responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and day-to-day operations of the plant, including safety, production, quality, labor, and cost control. The Plant Manager will lead and develop the site leadership team, drive operational efficiency, and ensure alignment with company goals and standards. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong people management, operational discipline, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct production activities and ensure alignment with operational efficiency and cost considerations
• Coordinate productions activities with scheduling, procurement, maintenance, and quality to obtain optimum production and utilization of personnel, machines, and equipment
• Review and analyze production reports (OEE, downtime, etc.) to determine causes of nonconformity with production specifications and/or operations production problems
• Prepare and submit reports as required
• Collaborate with the Supply Chain Director to develop and implement standard operating procedures to enhance product quality and address operational challenges
• Revise production schedules and priorities in response to equipment failures or operational issues
• Oversee the plant’s supervision/management team to ensure efficient plant operations
• Oversee and participate in the upkeep of presses and other machinery
• Build an effective partnership with the plant hourly staff to improve overall plant production
• Participate and contribute as a member of the Health and Safety Committee
• Direct, maintain and enforce safety and environmental programs for the department
• Collaborate with Human Resources in the hiring process of new employees and training requirements
• Achieve Production KPI’s and promote continuous improvement with all staff
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Demonstrate a deliberate focus on Safety, Quality, Continuous Improvement, and Customer Satisfaction
• Adhere to all IFS PacSecure policies and procedures, including product safety, food safety, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Bachelor's degree (B.A.) or equivalent experience
• Previous management experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the folding carton industry
• Solid understanding of manufacturing practices
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to organize and assign job tasks to employees
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work individually as well as in a team environment
• Adaptable / enthusiastic to change and committed to corporate goals and objectives

Max Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status, or any other basis that is protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person