Bana Box is a cutting-edge innovative packaging solutions company committed to operational excellence safety quality and continuous improvement. With a strong growth trajectory and a focus on high-performance manufacturing Bana Box delivers reliable customer-focused packaging solutions while investing in its people and facilities.
Reporting to the Vice President of Operations the Plant Manager is responsible for overall plant performance including production maintenance safety quality efficiency and daily scheduling. This role leads large cross-functional teams while fostering a culture of accountability teamwork and continuous improvement. The Plant Manager plays a critical leadership role in driving operational results while maintaining flexibility to respond to changing business demands.
Leadership & Management
Direct lead and develop plant staff across production maintenance and support functions
Manage supervisors across all plant shifts
Build and sustain a culture focused on safety quality accountability and teamwork
Partner with Human Resources on staffing training and performance management
Production & Scheduling
Ensure production orders are completed on time and to specification
Communicate proactively regarding production issues delays and resource needs
Drive production while maintaining flexibility to respond to changing demand
Safety & Compliance
Lead safety initiatives training reporting and OSHA compliance efforts
Maintenance & Equipment
Oversee plant and preventative maintenance programs
Minimize downtime through effective maintenance planning and execution
Operational Efficiency & Cost Control
Monitor labor utilization waste production costs and performance targets
Implement Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives
Drive improvements in throughput scrap reduction and yield
Quality Management
Ensure products meet customer and company quality standards
Address quality issues and implement corrective actions as needed
Reporting & Metrics
Track and report KPIs related to safety productivity waste labor efficiency and delivery performance
Provide regular updates and recommendations to senior leadership
Minimum 7 years of plant or manufacturing leadership experience
Proven experience managing teams of 100 employees
Strong background in lean manufacturing maintenance systems and safety programs
Corrugated packaging industry experience strongly preferred
Competitive negotiable six-figure salary based on experience
Bonus eligibility
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match and retirement plan
Paid time off
MondayFriday schedule with occasional Saturdays
Opportunity to lead operations within a high-growth innovative manufacturing organization