Plant Manager Jobs in Georgia

A Plant Manager in the manufacturing industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing plant. This includes planning, organizing, directing and running optimum day-to-day operations to exceed customers' expectations, increasing production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards. They also have to ensure all employees follow industry standard health and safety guidelines. This role requires a deep understanding of the manufacturing process and the ability to successfully lead a team.

The important skills a Plant Manager should have include leadership, organization, analytical thinking, strong communication and interpersonal skills. They should also have knowledge of business and management principles, as well as safety, quality and productivity procedures. A bachelor's degree in industrial management, business administration or a related field is usually required, and some employers may prefer candidates with an MBA. Certifications in project management and lean manufacturing can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Plant Manager, a person may have roles such as Production Supervisor, Quality Control Manager, or Operations Manager, which provide valuable manufacturing experience and opportunities for leadership.

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Accounting Director-Manufacturing

  • Washington, GA
  • moments ago
  • Washington, GA
  • moments ago

Our manufacturing plant in Washington, GA is looking to add an Accounting Director to their staff. This will be a full-time, 100% onsite position. Open to relocation! If you have at least 5 years...

Business Operations Manager

  • West Point, GA
  • 5 hours ago
  • West Point, GA
  • 5 hours ago

Job Description: A Business Operations Manager is needed West Point, Georgia. Oversee general business operations, including accounting, human resources management, and administrative tasks, for...

Plant Manager

  • Marietta, GA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 6 hours ago

Employment Type: Full-time Available Positions: 1 Location : On-Site Application Deadline: June 3, 2025 Summary The Plant Manager will be responsible for monitoring and coordinating the effective and...

Senior Director of Manufacturing Transformation and Operations Excellence Job Description About Us Cottonelle. Scott. Kleenex. Kotex. Poise. Huggies. Depend. Kimberly-Clark Professional. You...

Operations Manager I

  • Brunswick, GA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Brunswick, GA
  • 15 hours ago

planning and directing operations Skill at interpreting diagrams and repair manuals Understand revenue drivers and efficiency standards to deliver positive financial results SOP, MRP, TQM, JIT, Kaizen, 5S...

Plant Manager

  • Valdosta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Valdosta, GA
  • 1 day ago

Summary: The Plant Manager is primarily responsible for managing the production and quality of the Companys production units....

Plant Superintendent

  • Norcross, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 2 days ago

This person will report directly into the Plant Manager....

Plant Manager

  • Smyrna, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring immediately for an experienced Plant Manager for its envelope manufacturing facility in Smyrna, GA....

Plant Manager

  • Carnesville, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Carnesville, GA
  • 3 days ago

Your scope of responsibility as Plant Manager includes the following primary functions: The Plant Manager will administer the safety, operations, maintenance, training, administrative, chemistry, and...

Manufacturing Supervisor or Manufacturing Manager - Electroplating

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

Manufacturing Supervisor or Manufacturing Manager - Electroplating LOCATION Atlanta, GA No Remote TYPE Direct Hire ID AM76-2744699 POSTED May 13, 2025 GENERAL SUMMARY: Established company with a...

Operations Manager of Valve Services

  • Macon, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Macon, GA
  • 5 days ago

Operations Manager of Valve Services Control Southern, Inc. - 3.0 Macon, GA Job Details Full-time Estimated: $75.1K - $96K a year 12 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft Word...

Plant Manager II

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 5 days ago

Selects, trains, develops, and motivates manufacturing staff to maintain plant operation. Assures compliance of all plant operations with company policy and federal, state, and local regulations....

SkillBridge Operations Manager I

  • Savannah, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 7 days ago

Meets requirements related to EHS, quality, productivity, budgets, 5S and housekeeping....

Information Technology Operations Manager

  • Norcross, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 7 days ago

Title:- Sr Manager IT Operations Location: Norcross, GA Base salary: $130k-$145k plus benefits Ideal Candidate ERP and CPQ support experience Manufacturing experience Enterprise Application and...

Org Marketing Statement Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead...

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireManufacturing research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Plant Managers in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.2%
Master's Degree
21.6%
High School or GED
18.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.9%
Associate's Degree
9.1%
Some College
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.2%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Plant Managers in Georgia
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%



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