Plant Manager
Specialty Sales LLCDescription: Founded in 1999, Specialty Herd Solutions is a fast-growing leader in the dairy industry, delivering comprehensive animal care through premium products, innovative equipment, and reliable bulk delivery. We are looking for a customer-focused professional who takes ownership , leads with integrity , and collaborates selflessly to support our clients' success. The Role As a Plant Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and continuous improvement of plant operations, including production, safety, quality, maintenance, transportation/ logistics, and inventory management. This “hands-on” role ensures efficient, compliant, and cost-effective operations while being a part of and developing a high-performing workforce and driving a strong culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence. Your Impact Operations & Production Participate in and lead daily plant operations to meet production, quality, safety, and cost objectives Optimize batch processes, reduce waste, and troubleshoot off-spec products Develop, implement, and standardize SOPs and best practices across production Monitor and achieve production KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives Safety & Compliance Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, DOT and applicable regulatory requirements Lead safety programs including PPE, LOTO, confined space, hazard communication, and spill response Promote a strong safety culture and ensure corrective actions are implemented Support and lead audits, inspections, PHAs, and MOCs Quality & Chemical Management Oversee product quality, testing standards, and documentation accuracy Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for quality issues Ensure proper chemical handling, storage, compatibility, and disposal practices Maintenance & Reliability Oversee equipment reliability programs, including preventive maintenance and repairs Partner with maintenance teams to improve uptime and reduce failures (MTBF) Ensure proper inspection processes and equipment standards are maintained Logistics & Inventory Manage material flow, inventory accuracy, and warehouse operations Design and implement efficient inventory strategies (FIFO/FEFO) Ensure accurate shipping, receiving, and documentation processes Ensure compliance with DOT regulations including driver qualifications, hours of service (HOS), vehicle inspections, and recordkeeping Leadership & Team Development Hire, coach, and develop plant personnel Establish performance expectations and accountability measures Build bench strength and succession planning for key roles Foster collaboration across departments (EHS, QA, Maintenance, Supply Chain) Continuous Improvement Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements Lead cost-saving initiatives and productivity enhancements Utilize data to drive decision-making and operational strategy Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises production, operations, logistics and/or support staff Responsible for performance management, training, and disciplinary actions Leads cross-functional coordination across plant functions Requirements: What You Bring Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED required Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or related field preferred Minimum 7 years of manufacturing or plant operations experience Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience Strong knowledge of industrial safety and regulatory requirements (OSHA, EPA, DOT, etc.) Demonstrated experience leading teams and improving operational performance Preferred Qualifications Experience in chemical manufacturing or regulated environments Knowledge of DOT regulations, fleet management, and transportation compliance Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification Experience with ERP systems and production planning tools Strong mechanical and process troubleshooting background Knowledge, Skills, and Abiliti…