Plant Manager Jobs in Indiana

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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Plant Manager (IN)

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 13 hours ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 13 hours ago

We are conducting a search for a Plant Manager for a food/beverage manufacturer in Indiana....

Plant Manager

  • IN
  • 23 hours ago
  • IN
  • 23 hours ago

Plant Manager Indiana REQUIRED: A Bachelor's degree is required (a Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree is preferred)....

Manufacturing Manager

  • Noblesville, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Noblesville, IN
  • 1 day ago

Lean Manufacturing and Process Improvement: Drive Lean Manufacturing principles (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, etc.) across the production process to eliminate waste, reduce cycle times, and improve...

Operations Manager

  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, IN
  • 1 day ago

Overview Stryten Energy manufactures proprietary and custom injection molding products serving the industrial lead battery, automotive and consumer markets. Stryten Energy is expanding battery...

Operations Manager

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 1 day ago

The Plant Manager will work closely with the General Manager on the direction and strategic planning of the plant....

Operations Manager

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 1 day ago

The Plant Manager will work closely with the General Manager on the direction and strategic planning of the plant....

Operations Manager

  • Evansville, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Evansville, IN
  • 1 day ago

The Plant Manager will work closely with the General Manager on the direction and strategic planning of the plant....

Plant Director, Indianapolis

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 2 days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danaher's...

NAS Plant Manager Chemical Mfg. (Corydon, IN)

  • Corydon, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Corydon, IN
  • 3 days ago

General Purpose and Scope of Position: The Plant Manager Chemical Mfg. manages and oversees overall plant operations including safety, production, quality assurance, materials planning/scheduling, purchasing...

Plant Manager

  • Topeka, IN
  • 3 days ago
  • Topeka, IN
  • 3 days ago

Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, quality assurance, and maintenance, to optimize plant operations....

Operations Manager - Cold Chain

  • Mooresville, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Mooresville, IN
  • 5 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Senior Director Manufacturing and Quality L&D Center of Excellence

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 5 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

Plant Director

  • Muncie, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Muncie, IN
  • 6 days ago

You will create and implement strategies to optimize plant operations, improve productivity, and reduce costs....

Senior Director, Manufacturing & Quality Learning Standardization Lead

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 7 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

Plant Superintendent

  • Plymouth, IN
  • 8 days ago
  • Plymouth, IN
  • 8 days ago

Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies....

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Indiana

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 Indiana 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 Indiana
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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