Job Description

Location: Newberry, SC

Sector: Manufacturing & Operations

At Armeton , operational excellence starts on the floor. We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced Plant Manager to lead one of our new manufacturing facilities with a workforce of 15. This is a role with full responsibility for site performance across safety, quality, people, cost, delivery, and innovation.

As a key site leader, you will collaborate closely with Process Managers and HQ stakeholders while maintaining a strong on-the-ground presence. You’ll spend your time on the production floor — solving problems, empowering teams, and ensuring our high standards are consistently met.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day plant operations including production, quality, logistics, finance, and maintenance
• Drive performance through efficient scheduling, structured KPIs, and lean processes
• Partner with the Production Manager, Process Managers, and Quality Manager to address challenges in real time
• Build and lead a high-performing, motivated team through clear expectations, development plans, and succession initiatives
• Ensure full compliance with Armeton policies, ISO, HSE, and quality standards
• Manage plant-level profitability, cost discipline, and inventory control
• Collaborate with commercial teams and represent the plant during audits and customer visits
• Support innovation, automation, and continuous improvement projects aligned with group strategy

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field
• 5+ years of manufacturing experience, including at least 3 in a leadership role
• Solid knowledge of cost control, lean manufacturing, ISO, safety, and quality systems
• Strong communication skills in both local language and professional English
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on, floor-based leadership style
• Resilient, organised, and driven by people, performance, and precision

Performance Indicators

Your success will be measured by:

• Margin optimisation and raw material cost reduction
• On-time production, low scrap and waste levels
• Customer quality ratings and audit outcomes
• Workforce engagement, retention, and development
• Process efficiency and innovation implementation

Why Armeton?

We are a performance-driven, people-first industrial group that values clarity, responsibility, and collaboration. Join us and play a central role in shaping the future of our manufacturing operations.

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