Plant Manager- Beverage Manufacturing

Job Title: Plant Manager – Beverage Manufacturing

Location: Detroit

Position Summary:

As the Plant Manager – Beverage Manufacturing, you will oversee all aspects of plant operations, including production, maintenance, sanitation, shipping and receiving. You will ensure a safe, efficient, and high-quality environment while developing a team-oriented culture rooted in accountability and continuous improvement. This role requires a proactive, experienced leader capable of navigating complexity with clarity and executing operational strategies that drive profitability and excellence. The Plant Manager – Beverage Manufacturing pays $115,000k.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the plant is “ready-now” for visitors, audits, and customer tours.

• Lead and optimize daily plant operations, balancing immediate production needs with long-term improvements.

• Champion lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies.

• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

• Oversee production scheduling, supply chain coordination, and inventory management.

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives.

• Monitor KPIs and performance metrics to drive operational excellence and accountability.

• Analyze data to identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.

• Collaborate with senior leadership on capital investment planning and execution.

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards including GMP, HACCP, and SQF.

• Maintain strong working knowledge of equipment and lead preventive maintenance programs.

• Lead with a servant-leadership mindset, developing and mentoring plant staff.

• Recruit, retain, and grow top talent while fostering a culture of ownership and collaboration.

• Communicate expectations clearly and provide timely, constructive feedback.

• Represent the plant to customers and visitors with professionalism and credibility.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a Plant Manager in a beverage manufacturing environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or equivalent experience.

• Deep knowledge of manufacturing operations, budgeting, HR practices, and strategic planning.

• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Proven ability to lead in a fast-paced, performance-driven, and lean culture.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Demonstrated track record of continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Success in This Role Requires

• A “thought leadership” approach to problem-solving—smart, resourceful, and disciplined.

• A sense of urgency and responsiveness—speed is a behavior.

• The ability to focus deeply on key priorities and deliver results without drama.

• A passion for direct customer engagement and ownership of customer satisfaction.

• The mindset of a servant leader who leads from the front and empowers their team.

Equal opportunity employer. We believe that diversity drives innovation and performance, and we are committed to building a team that reflects our values and our customers.

Apply today!

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