Plant Manager Jobs in Idaho

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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Nutrition Plant Supervisor (Night Shift) Aqua - Buhl, ID

  • Buhl, ID
  • 2 hours ago
  • Buhl, ID
  • 2 hours ago

Responsible for reporting safety/food safety problems to management, up to and including stopping a production line Maintain all current training....

Sr Manager Plant Human Resources - Labor Relations

  • American Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago
  • American Falls, ID
  • 1 day ago

This individual reports to the Director Human Resources but has strong dotted line reporting responsibilities to the Plant Manager....

Director, Manufacturing Communications Strategy

  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago

at General Motors in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Job Description This role is based remotely or hybrid, if you live within a 50-mile radius of Warren, Michigan, or Mountain View,...

Plant Manager

  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Pocatello, ID
  • 6 days ago

Summary Plant Manager Job Title: Plant Manager Location: Pocatello, Idaho Company: Virginia Transformer Company Overview: Virginia Transformer is at the forefront of the transformer manufacturing industry...

Operations Manager - Lewiston, ID

  • Lewiston, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Lewiston, ID
  • 6 days ago

WHO WE ARE Bruckner Truck & Equipment is one of the largest family-owned semi truck dealerships in the United States. We currently operate in 40+ locations across 12 states, and we have over 1,500...

Plant Operations Director

  • Fruitland, ID
  • 6 days ago
  • Fruitland, ID
  • 6 days ago

Plant Operations Director Why Behavioral Health?...

Position Summary Industry-leading clients. An award-winning culture. Top notch connections. Big opportunities. From learning to leadership, this is your chance to take your career to the next...

Animal Nutrition Plant Manager - Buhl, ID

  • Buhl, ID
  • 10 days ago
  • Buhl, ID
  • 10 days ago

General Purpose and Scope of Position: The Plant Manager will be responsible for the manufacturing and administrative aspects of managing and leading a plant....

Operations Manager

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 15 days ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 15 days ago

Operations Manager at BWX Technologies, Inc. in Idaho Falls, Idaho, United States Job Description At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based...

Area Operations Manager

  • Idaho City, ID
  • 18 days ago
  • Idaho City, ID
  • 18 days ago

Ensuring reliability and coaching location Plant Managers and Superintendents to meet corporate and regional expectations....

Operations Manager

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 18 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 18 days ago

At BWX Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: BWXT), we are People Strong, Innovation Driven. A U.S.-based company, BWXT is a Fortune 1000 and Defense News Top 100 manufacturing and engineering innovator that...

Operations Manager

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 18 days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 18 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Service Center Operations Manager Being an Operations Manager for Sprague Pest Solutions means reinforcing Sprague's commitment to uncompromising service and...

Plant Manager

  • Fruitland, ID
  • 24 days ago
  • Fruitland, ID
  • 24 days ago

Apply now Plant Manager Posting Start Date: 2/19/25 Division: Woodgrain Millwork Posting Area: Business Management Job Location: Fruitland, ID Looking for stability? Join Woodgrain!...

Aggregate Plant Manager - Burley/Rupert

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 26 days ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 26 days ago

Proficiency in using Microsoft Office suites and other defined software to analyze and interpret data to continually improve plant operations....

Aggregate Plant Manager - Burley/Rupert - 698

  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 26 days ago
  • Twin Falls, ID
  • 26 days ago

The Plant Manager is also responsible for ensuring strategies to optimize and continuously improve plant performance, production schedules, cost-effectiveness, and building talent succession and people...

Demographic Data for Idaho

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Idaho

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Plant Managers in Idaho offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.2%
Master's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
18.9%
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 Idaho
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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