Plant Manager - Zeeland Area

Plant Manager | Zeeland, MI

Salary Range: $134,000 - $185,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for leading manufacturing operations and driving plant performance? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Zeeland seeking experienced Plant Managers.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across Zeeland seeking Plant Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily plant operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety regulations are met.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize productivity, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage, mentor, and develop plant staff, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork.
• Control the plant budget, monitor expenditures, and identify opportunities for cost reduction and financial performance improvement.
• Ensure strict adherence to quality control systems, safety protocols, and environmental regulations.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing principles to enhance processes and reduce waste.
• Manage and optimize the utilization of production equipment, raw materials, and human resources.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proven experience in manufacturing plant operations management.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with a focus on talent development.
• Demonstrated ability to drive operational excellence and continuous improvement (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Proficiency in managing plant budgets, P&L, and financial performance.
• Excellent understanding of safety, quality, and regulatory compliance within a manufacturing environment.
• Solid technical aptitude and understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean/Six Sigma Black Belt certification
• Experience managing multiple manufacturing sites or a larger regional scope
• Proficiency with advanced manufacturing technologies (e.g., Industry 4.0, IoT, AI integration)
• Demonstrated experience in successful new product introduction (NPI) or major plant expansion/startup projects

Job Titles That Should Apply

Operations Manager, Production Manager, Manufacturing Manager, Factory Manager, Site Manager, Director of Operations, Plant Operations Manager, Production Superintendent, General Manager Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations Manager

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.