Plant Manager- Water Bottling

Quincy, IL • Direct Hire • September 13, 2025 • 82764

Job Title: Plant Manager- Water Bottling
Job ID: 82764
Location: Quincy, Illinois


What you will be doing:
Business/General 

  • Establish and monitor plant KPI’s to ensure products conform to established customer and company standards; ensure timely communication occurs with all teams reviewing performance against goals.  

  • Provide leadership and support to Lean Business Practices and Activities. 

  • Review inventory levels and scheduling to maximize customer service while minimizing total overall cost.  

  • Assist in the hiring, training and staff evaluation to ensure customer needs are met while minimizing overtime and over crewing. 

  • Ensure plant cleanliness and application of GMP and HACCP policies; plant should be “Inspection Ready” at all times. 

  • Prepare and submit capital equipment recommendations, process changes, and building improvements. 

  • Ensure policies and procedures are followed in the plant.

  • Demonstrate safety in all activities; Lead by example and expect others to follow safety practices. 


What you must have:

  • Ten years related production leadership experience with a minimum of two years plant management experience;

  • Associate or Bachelor degree in related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  • Knowledge of blow molding technology is a plus.

  • Demonstrated ability to lead people and get results.  

  • Ability to think and plan ahead.  

  • Computer literate must be familiar with current software such as Microsoft Office, Excel.  

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, listening skills, problem solving skills and conflict resolution skills.

  • Lean Certification is a plus. 

  • Working knowledge of budgets, inventory management and scheduling.  

  • Background with manufacturing methods such as Kaizen training, process improvement programs and procedures. 

  • Working knowledge of HACCP and SQF – HACCP & SQF certification preferred 

  • Working knowledge of food industry and applicable regulations. IBWA CPO certification preferred.  

  • Local candidates are preferred. 


Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. If you are selected to move forward in the process, we will contact you directly. If you do not hear from us, we encourage you to continue visiting our website for other roles that may be a good fit.


For more information about TEEMA and to consider other career opportunities, please visit our website at www.teemagroup.com

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