Plant Manager
- ID
- 2026-11222
- Category
- Plant Leadership
- Type
- Regular Full-Time
Overview
PLANT OPERATIONS CAREERS
Plant Manager
Run the plant that keeps hospitals running.
Every sheet, gown, and scrub we deliver ends up at a patient's bedside.
Join nearly 4,000 Associates at 65+ plants and branches nationwide.
Pay: $140,000 – $165,000 + Bonus
Where: Clifton, NJ
Reports to: VP, General Manager
As Plant Manager, you'll lead the full plant (production, maintenance, quality, and logistics) with accountability for safety, budget, and the healthcare customers who depend on clean, safe linen every day.
The scope: Lead a team of amazing Associates across multiple shifts. Companywide, our plants average about 270,000 lbs of healthcare linen a week.
Pay
Salary range: $140,000 – $165,000 per year.
Bonus: Eligible for the Plant Leadership Bonus.
This range is our good-faith estimate for this role in this location. Final pay depends on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications. See Benefits for a high-level summary.
Why you'll like it here
A national network behind you
Share best practices with 65+ plants and branches through the ImageFIRST Operating System.
Real authority, clear numbers
You own the plant's people, budget, and results, with clear KPIs that show your impact.
Work that matters
Your plant keeps hospitals supplied with clean, safe linen, held to OSHA and HLAC standards.
Grow with us
★★★★★
In my 6 years with ImageFIRST, I have received 2 career advancement opportunities and many more chances to improve my leadership skills.
General Manager, Denver, CO · ImageFIRST Associate review
Leaders grow here. Our Assistant Plant Managers are developed for full plant leadership, and our annual Talent Review Process identifies and develops high-potential leaders across the company.
Responsibilities & Qualifications
What you'll own
- Lead and manage the Safety & Health Program within the production environment.
- Lead, motivate, and develop a team of supervisors, maintenance staff, and production associates.
- Oversee daily plant operations, including production scheduling, labor forecasting, staffing, and workflow optimization.
- Drive process improvements using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Manage plant budget, including labor, maintenance, and operational expenses.
- Oversee inventory management to ensure consistent material supply and stock levels.
How you'll be measured
No guessing. These are the numbers that define a great plant:
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration required.
- 5–7 years of leadership experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Strong end-to-end understanding of plant operations, including safety, quality, maintenance, and compliance.
- Proven experience managing P&L, budgeting, payroll, and cost controls.
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and ERP systems.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Physical requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, and move throughout a manufacturing facility for extended periods.
- Ability to occasionally lift up-to fifty (50) pounds.
- Comfortable working in a plant/production environment.
- Ability to push and pull carts of linen regularly.
- Ability to use required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, and work boots.
Bonus points
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma.
- Willingness to relocate.
- Prior military leadership experience (e.g., Sergeant or above).
- Familiarity with ISO 14001 / ISO 9001 and GMP standards.
- Experience with manufacturing systems and reporting tools.
We'll teach you: Our plant network, the ImageFIRST Operating System, and the support of a national organization.
MILITARY & VETERANS
Served? Your skills fit here.
Officers and senior NCOs who led maintenance, logistics, or production operations: command a plant. Whether you're transitioning out, serving in the Guard or Reserve, or a veteran, we want to hear from you.
- Leading a unit: here, leading supervisors, maintenance, and production
- Readiness and inspections: here, safety, quality, and compliance
- Resource stewardship: here, plant budget and cost control
Guard and Reserve members: we support your service commitments. Tell us your branch and specialty when you apply.
Company Values & Benefits
How we work
Our four Core Values are our required competencies. Here's what they look like in this role.
Be Respectful
Value all we come in contact with.
In this role: You build a plant where every Associate is heard, coached, and developed.
Be Remarkable
Create a positive moment with every interaction.
In this role: Complete, on-time loadouts mean every customer gets what they need, every day.
Be Safe
Keep ourselves and those around us safe.
In this role: You lead the plant's Safety & Health Program and keep every shift OSHA- and HLAC-ready.
Be Honest
Be guided by truthfulness in all we do.
In this role: You own the plant's numbers and report them straight, good news or bad.
Great work gets noticed
Everyday recognition
Coworkers nominate each other for going above and beyond, and those nominations go up in the office for everyone to see.
All Stars & Council of Excellence
Each year, Associates who live our values are nominated as All-Stars and earn a certificate and a cash award. Top winners join the Council of Excellence with an additional reward.
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Pet, Legal, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Time Off package
- Paid Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Referral Program
Who we are
ImageFIRST is the nation's largest medical-focused linen and laundry provider, serving health systems, hospitals, and outpatient facilities since 1967. We run more HLAC-accredited facilities than anyone else, and 97% of our customers stay with us.
Our mission: improving the lives of our associates, our customers, and the patients they serve.
If you're ready to own a plant's results, apply today.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug-Free Workplace
We maintain a drug-free workplace in compliance with state and federal law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are fueled by the talent, passion, and diversity of our associates.
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