Interim Plant Manager; Manufacturing Turnaround

Job Summary

We are seeking an Interim Plant Manager for a 3-4 month staff augmentation engagement in North East, Iowa. Our client, a leader in composite manufacturing, requires an operational expert to step in immediately and run a facility of approximately 120 people.

This is a critical turnaround and growth project
. The plant is currently producing $5.5M per month with a mandate to scale to $6.5M. You will be responsible for stabilizing operations, improving delivery metrics, and driving a cultural shift in employee engagement.

Location: Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $90 - $100 per hour

Work Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience: 10+ Years

• Drive Plant Turnaround:
  Direct all facility operations with a focus on improving production results and on‑time delivery.
• Operational Rhythm:
  Lead daily stand‑ups and production scheduling to set a consistent tone for the staff.
• Change Management:
  Act as a catalyst for improvement, utilizing effective communication to support organizational change and increase employee engagement.
• Asset Management:
  Oversee a facility characterized by heavy capital expenditures, including heavy equipment and materials.

• Specific Industry Expertise:
  Must understand composite manufacturing, chemical composite, or plastics—including processes involving fabric, resin injection, and industrial ovens.
• Proven Turnaround Background:
  Documented history of plant turnaround and successfully scaling production output.
• 10+ Years
  
  Experience:
  
  Production scheduling, daily stand‑up leadership, heavy capital‑expenditure management, and change management.
• Leadership:
  Experience managing a headcount of at least 120 employees.
• Availability:
  Ability to start ASAP and commit to a 3-4 month on‑site engagement in North East, Iowa.

• Six Sigma
• Spending Analysis and Control
• Operational and Strategy Alignment
• Operational Efficiency Improvement

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate’s education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.