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Plant Manager
O2 Employment Services is working with a well-established manufacturing company that is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to oversee operations at their Redding, CA facility. This is a full-time, direct-hire opportunity offering a stable work environment, a collaborative leadership team, and excellent long-term growth potential.

Plant Manager Compensation & Schedule
  • Annual salary range: $80,000 – $100,000, DOE
  • Full-time, exempt position based in Redding, CA
  • Monday through Friday schedule
  • Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO
  • Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
  • Target Start Date: End of November to early December 2025

Plant Manager Responsibilities
  • Lead plant operations to meet or exceed production, quality, safety, and delivery goals.
  • Translate company strategy into clear priorities, schedules, and process adherence.
  • Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve profitability.
  • Oversee production planning, scheduling, and resource allocation to maximize throughput and minimize downtime.
  • Foster and maintain a strong safety culture; ensure compliance with all safety and environmental regulations.
  • Manage plant budgets, control costs, and monitor KPIs for productivity, quality, and performance.
  • Recruit, train, and develop employees to promote accountability, engagement, and growth.
  • Partner with purchasing and inventory teams to ensure material availability and accuracy.
  • Collaborate with sales and internal departments to align production with customer demand.
  • Lead and sustain continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
  • Report plant performance and improvement initiatives to upper management.

Plant Manager Qualifications
Required:
  • 5+ years of progressive experience in plant, operations, or production management within a manufacturing environment.
  • Proven success improving operational performance through process optimization and team development.
  • Strong leadership presence with the ability to motivate, engage, and hold teams accountable.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with ERP/MRP or production scheduling systems.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
  • High personal integrity and professionalism; able to work independently with minimal supervision.
Preferred:
  • Experience in mechanical, fabrication, or equipment assembly environments.
  • Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement tools.
  • Based in or near Redding, CA.
Additional Requirements
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and navigate production floors safely.
  • Must maintain a valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
  • Frequent standing and walking required.
Core Competencies
  • Collaborative and effective communicator.
  • Analytical and data-driven with attention to detail.
  • Strong problem-solving and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Professional and proactive leader committed to operational excellence.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

O2 Employment Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs to perform the essential functions of the position.
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