Plant Manager

Staff Bright is seeking an experienced Chemical Plant Manager to lead and optimize chemical manufacturing operations at a large-scale production facility in Valdosta, Georgia. This role blends hands‑on chemical process ownership with on‑the‑floor leadership, safety and regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement in a regulated manufacturing environment.

We are open to candidates willing to relocate to this area.

• Lead chemical plant operations across multiple shifts, ensuring safe, compliant, and efficient production while meeting quality and delivery targets.
• Own hands‑on chemical manufacturing processes, including mixing, dissolution reactions, and wastewater treatment systems, with responsibility for operational decision‑making.
• Manage and develop supervisors and production leaders, maintaining a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and building autonomous teams.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations, including OSHA, RCRA, ISO 14001, and HAZWOPER standards.
• Drive operational excellence through lean manufacturing, continuous improvement initiatives, and performance management tools.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Chemical Engineering.
• 5+ years of supervisory or management experience in a chemical manufacturing environment.
• Hands‑on experience with chemical processing and wastewater treatment operations.
• Proven leadership experience with direct reports in a plant setting.
• Strong working knowledge of environmental and safety regulations in regulated manufacturing environments.

Staff Bright connects exceptional professionals with fulfilling opportunities in Finance, IT, Engineering, and Sales and Marketing. By partnering with industry‑leading organizations, we help accelerate careers while delivering outstanding results for our clients. At Staff Bright, we go beyond traditional staffing by fostering close collaboration with our clients, recruiters, and candidates to ensure talent needs are met efficiently. Our commitment to building long‑term relationships and driving success sets us apart as a trusted partner in the staffing industry.