Manufacturing Plant Manager
Davron
Whitsett, NC · Posted October 23, 2026
Just laid off? Start here: a plan for the first weeks
More in North Carolina job market · Operations jobs
More roles at Davron
- Automation Engineer · Leetsdale, PA
- Director Of Landscape Architecture And Design Build · Boerne, TX
- Structural Engineer · Gorham, ME
- Construction Project Manager/Estimator · Cleveland, OH
- Commercial Plumbing Estimator / Project Manager · San Jose, CA
- Industrial Controls & Manufacturing Engineer · Jacksonville, FL
Similar jobs
- Quality Assurance/Systems Manager (Import, Regional, Returns, Wm.Com) · Walmart · Kings Mountain, NC
- Assistant Plant Manager · Koppers Holdings · Leland, NC
- Sr. Continuous Improvement Manager · SPX Technologies · Kansas, KS
- General Manager Production - B Shift Rendering - Finney County Plant · Tyson Foods · Holcomb, KS
- Production Manager · Winland Foods · PA
- Raw Material Planner · Givaudan US · Cincinnati, OH
Operations jobs in the rankings
Rankings about operations jobs
- Best cities for operations jobs #1 New York (1,429 openings)
- Best cities for operations pay after cost of living #1 Reston ($177k)
- Most requested AI skills in operations jobs #1 AI tools in daily work (2.5%)
- AI tools named most often in operations jobs #1 Claude (0.28%)
- Employers with the most operations jobs #1 Amazon (1,480 roles)
How AI is used in this kind of work
AI use among industrial production managers is little observed so far. Measured exposure for industrial production managers: 1% (little observed).
Share of this job’s tasks that AI is already used for at work, from real usage. It is not a forecast of job loss, and a low number means no use seen yet. Source: Anthropic Economic Index.
Skills this job asks for
Say which you have and which you want to build. We use it to match you to jobs like this one.
About the job
Step into a high-impact opportunity at a precision machining manufacturing facility in North Carolina, where operational excellence and accountability drive measurable results. As the Manufacturing Plant Manager , you will lead daily execution and long-term improvement across a dynamic, multi-shift manufacturing environment with direct influence on safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and cost performance.
Qualifications and responsibilities for this Manufacturing Plant Manager position include:
10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, including plant, operations, or value-stream leadership.
Lead daily plant operations to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, productivity, and financial objectives.
Own plant financial performance, including budgeting, cost control, working capital, inventory, and capital expenditures.
Drive inventory accuracy, WIP management, MRB and E&O reduction, and effective material flow throughout the operation.
Lead daily operating reviews to address constraints, performance gaps, recovery actions, and risks to customer commitments.
Improve throughput, machine utilization, labor productivity, schedule attainment, and overall manufacturing efficiency.
Champion a safety-first culture and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company standards.
Proficiency with ERP systems, manufacturing metrics, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft Office applications.
Salary: $150,000 - $195,000 per year, commensurate with experience.
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, 10% annual bonus, possibly long term incentives. Relocation is available.
DAVRON is the leading Headhunter and Executive Search firm for Engineering, Architecture, Construction and Manufacturing professionals nationwide. Our recruiters have direct communication with hiring managers allowing us to get you in front of company decision makers. You also receive one-on-one interview preparation and insider coaching from staffing experts to help you every step of the way. We want to see you thrive in challenging work environments that bring you excitement and prosperity in your career!
Apply Now!
If you're looking for a fantastic company offering professional growth, a supportive and collaborative work environment, and a commitment to providing a positive work-life balance, look no further! Apply today, and take the first step towards an amazing career journey!
PLANT MANAGER | WHITSETT, NC | ONSITE | PRECISION MACHINING | CNC TURNING | CNC MILLING | GRINDING | GEAR HOBBING | GEAR MANUFACTURING | LEAN MANUFACTURING | ROOT CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION | ERP
Ref: 29622