Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Pelsis B&G Equipment is a leader in manufacturing high-quality equipment solutions, trusted by professionals worldwide. Our Jackson plant plays a critical role in delivering operational excellence and driving innovation across our production network. We are seeking a highly skilled Plant Manager to lead transformation efforts, manage day-to-day plant operations, and ensure world-class manufacturing performance.

The Plant Manager will provide strategic leadership and hands-on management for the Jackson facility. This role is responsible for leading change, driving organizational turnaround, and ensuring seamless daily plant operations that improve productivity, safety, quality, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate is a proven leader with the ability to manage complexity, inspire teams, and deliver results in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Oversee all day-to-day plant operations, ensuring efficient use of people, equipment, materials, and processes to meet business goals.
• Drive organizational turnaround by implementing structured systems, performance metrics, and accountability at all levels.
• Champion change management initiatives, creating a culture of ownership, engagement, and continuous improvement.
• Develop and execute strategies that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve labor utilization.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to align on business objectives.
• Monitor KPIs and plant performance, identifying gaps and leading corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while fostering a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.
• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team, strengthening leadership capability and organizational resilience.
• Manage budgets, resources, and production schedules to achieve operational targets and customer requirements.
• Drive Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies to achieve operational excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, with proven success in a plant management role.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading turnaround initiatives and driving change in production/manufacturing operations.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and people development skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex day-to-day operations while driving long-term strategic initiatives.
• Experience managing budgets, KPIs, and full plant operations.

• Opportunity to lead transformation at a key manufacturing facility.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A culture that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Pelsis B&G Equipment is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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