Position Summary
An experienced and hands-on Plant Manager is needed to oversee extrusion operations at a plastics manufacturing facility in Houston, TX. This role manages production, safety, quality, and personnel while driving continuous improvement, efficiency, and performance excellence across all areas of the plant.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
-
Oversee daily extrusion and compounding operations to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency
-
Lead and develop supervisors and team members across production and maintenance
-
Drive process optimization and continuous improvement initiatives in extrusion and material handling
-
Manage budgets, schedules, and workflow to meet operational and financial goals
-
Maintain compliance with all safety, environmental, and quality regulations
Key Skills
-
Strong leadership and team development abilities
-
Proven expertise in extrusion, compounding, and polymer processing
-
Demonstrated success in production management and process improvement
Education & Requirements
-
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field (preferred)
-
7+ years of plastics manufacturing experience with at least 3+ years managing extrusion operations
-
Working knowledge of ERP systems, safety standards, and process optimization techniques
Location
Houston, Texas (Baytown)
Compensation
Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives and full benefits package.
