Plant Manager Jobs in Greenville, SC

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

  • Greenville, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 5 days ago

Located in our Greenville, SC plant, you will be a Plant Manager....

Manufacturing - Digital Manufacturing, Manager

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 5 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 5 days ago

Working in this area, you will also provide guidance on implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimising supply chain integration, and leveraging digital technologies....

Assistant Operations Manager Solar Traveling Team

  • Greenville, SC
  • 7 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 7 days ago

Reports to the Plant Manager. Delegates authority to key supervisors....

Dewey Plant - Operations Manager, Chemical

  • Inman, SC (24 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Inman, SC (24 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 13 days ago

POSITION TITLE Dewey Plant - Operations Manager (Projects) POSITION OVERVIEW The Operations Manager (Projects) at our Dewey Plant is responsible for leading and managing the plant's capital project...

Senior Manager Plant Operations - B shift

  • Fountain Inn, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fountain Inn, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 20 days ago

Provide Plant Manager a daily production update and weekly summary. Provide Plant manager monthly production information for monthly MOR....

Manager Plant Supply Chain

  • Fountain Inn, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 24 days ago
  • Fountain Inn, SC (16 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 24 days ago

Reports costs for material and labor within Material Group to Plant Manager asnecessary....

Supervisor, Manufacturing

  • Greenville, SC
  • 28 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 28 days ago

Continuous LEAN Six Sigma training (i.e. 5S) is highly desirable. Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills. Team building skills and leadership qualities....

Operations Manager

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

The site will operate on the foundational principles of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance); leverage the principles of Lean manufacturing and harness the power of Highly Effective Teams....

Operations Manager

  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience is a plus....

Dewey Plant - Production Manager

  • Inman, SC (24 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Inman, SC (24 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken...

Supervisor, Manufacturing

  • Liberty, SC (17 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Liberty, SC (17 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Liberty : 253 Financial Blvd. ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS: WORK SHIFT: 2Nd Shift (United States Of America) TRAVEL: Yes, 5 % of the Time MEDICAL SURVEILLANCE: Yes SIGNIFICANT WORK ACTIVITIES: Continuous...

Supervisor, Manufacturing

  • Liberty, SC (17 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Liberty, SC (17 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Provide training and coaching to improve standard work, work center organization (5S), and housekeeping. Actively provide change leadership as required....

Manufacturing Manager

  • Simpsonville, SC (11 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Simpsonville, SC (11 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 45+ days ago

manufacturing principles Experience with high volume operations Strong organization and planning skills Change Agent Experience Requisition id: 51452 Relocation: Yes Sealed Air is committed to attracting...

Senior Operations Manager Fully Automated Distribution Center

  • Moore, SC (21 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Moore, SC (21 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 60+ days ago

Accelerate your career. Join the organization that's driving the world's technology and shape the future. Ingram Micro is a leading technology company for the global information technology...

ASU Plant Manager

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 90+ days ago

ASU Plant Manager The Air Separation PlantManager has overall responsibility for employee's and Production of cryogenicmaterials and pipeline gases at the site....

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Salary for Plant Manager Jobs in Greenville, SC

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Highest Education Level

Plant Managers in Greenville, SC 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 Greenville, SC
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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