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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Manager Plant Continuous Improvement

  • CONAGRA
  • Rensselaer, IN
  • 2 days ago
  • Rensselaer, IN
  • 2 days ago

Reporting to the Plant Manager at our Rensselaer, Indiana manufacturing facility, you will play a key role in strengthening plant performance by expanding the capabilities of the Conagra Performance...

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Operations Manager (Accelerated Development Program)

  • Michelin
  • Woodburn, IN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Woodburn, IN
  • 19 hours ago

We are expecting this new passionate leader to gain experience and rapidly promote into higher level operations roles within the company to include Plant Manager, multi site Industrial Director and...

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Plant Manager

  • Lippert
  • Yoder, IN
  • 1 day ago
  • Yoder, IN
  • 1 day ago

Summary/Objective: The Plant Manager (PM) is responsible for managing and leading manufacturing department group leaders, team leaders, and team members for assigned areas / shifts to ensure safety,...

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Manufacturing Manager

  • Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 5 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 5 days ago

Description At Dreyer's Grand Ice Cream, we are excited to start a new chapter of accelerated growth as part of Froneri - a global pure-play ice cream leader. Come help us transform DGIC into the...

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Plant Manager

  • IP Corporation
  • South Bend, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 6 days ago

What You Can Expect to Do as a Plant Manager: Lead overall plant operations, ensuring safety, quality, production, and cost objectives are achieved Develop and execute operational strategies aligned...

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Plant Manager - Shelbyville 1

  • Knauf Insulation GMBH
  • Shelbyville, IN
  • 10 days ago
  • Shelbyville, IN
  • 10 days ago

Ensures compliance of all plant operations with company policy and federal, state, and local regulations....

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Interior Door Manufacturing Manager

  • Carter Lumber Inc
  • Greendale, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • Greendale, IN
  • 11 days ago

A Carter Lumber Interior Door Manufacturing Manager is responsible for overseeing the production of interior door production. Monitors all aspects of production to optimize productivity while...

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Plant Manager

  • Imagineering Finishing Technologies
  • South Bend, IN
  • 11 days ago
  • South Bend, IN
  • 11 days ago

The Plant Manager is accountable for two core priorities: operational excellence and leadership development....

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Manufacturing Manager/Production (Management Consultant)

  • DeWolff Boberg & Associates
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN
  • 13 days ago

Management Consultant Position Overview This role requires 100% domestic travel throughout the year, with consultants typically departing on Sunday and returning home on Friday. As a Management...

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Plant Supervisor- Structural (3rd Shift 9:00pm-5:30am)

  • Daifuku
  • Hobart, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Hobart, IN
  • 14 days ago

manager Partner with production department in managing workflow and ensuring that employees understand their responsibilities and delegated tasks Lead 6S improvements with your manager and direct employess...

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Plant Manager

  • ENTEK Lithium Separators LLC
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Terre Haute, IN
  • 14 days ago

operations while promoting strong safety practices Build and develop operational processes, procedures, and organizational structure to support strategic growth Lead Lean manufacturing initiatives...

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Indiana Battery Pack Plant Manager

  • Ford Motor Company
  • IN
  • 14 days ago
  • IN
  • 14 days ago

The Indiana Battery Pack Plant Manager will be responsible for a holistic business operation, overseeing the effective launch of the facility and leading the Plant's Executive Leadership Team....

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Plant Superintendent

  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 15 days ago
  • Fort Wayne, IN
  • 15 days ago

Dana is a global leader in the supply of highly engineered driveline, sealing, and thermal-management technologies that improve the efficiency and performance of vehicles with both conventional...

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Plant Manager

  • Maker's Pride
  • Michigan City, IN
  • 16 days ago
  • Michigan City, IN
  • 16 days ago

The Plant Manager will be responsible for managing all aspects of plant operations while ensuring efficient production processes and maintaining high standards of quality and safety....

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Plant Supervisor - Extrusion Coating

  • Transcendia, INC.
  • Richmond, IN
  • 16 days ago
  • Richmond, IN
  • 16 days ago

Transcendia is a leader in custom engineered materials for critical product components in a wide range of markets and applications. The company provides deep material science expertise,...

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Demographic Data for Indiana

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Indiana

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Highest Education Level

Plant Managers in Indiana offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
37.3%
Master's Degree
21.7%
High School or GED
18.6%
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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