Plant Manager

About the Role

Overview

Mayzo is seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead the overall performance and continuous improvement of our manufacturing facility in Walterboro, South Carolina. This hands-on leadership role oversees production, safety, quality, maintenance, inventory, shipping and receiving, and employee development. The Plant Manager will ensure products are manufactured safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company standards, customer requirements, and regulatory guidelines while fostering accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

This is an opportunity to join a vibrant, privately held company that combines the energy and growth of an entrepreneurial organization with the stability, brand recognition, and solid financial foundation of an established business.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day manufacturing operations to achieve production goals, quality standards, and customer delivery expectations.
• Monitor production schedules and coordinate labor, equipment, and other resources to optimize workflow and efficiency.
• Build a strong safety culture and maintain compliance with OSHA requirements, environmental regulations, company policies, and safe work practices.
• Lead investigations involving safety incidents, quality concerns, equipment failures, and operational issues, including corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable ISO standards, quality management systems, and customer specifications.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, quality, cost reduction, production yield, and operational efficiency.
• Analyze plant performance metrics, including safety, quality, productivity, labor, inventory, equipment utilization, and financial results.
• Develop, coach, and lead supervisors and plant employees through clear expectations, regular feedback, and professional development.
• Oversee preventive maintenance programs and ensure equipment and facilities support safe, reliable, and efficient operations.
• Partner with Supply Chain, Customer Service, Sales, and Procurement to support inventory availability and on-time customer shipments.
• Develop and manage the plant operating budget and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising safety or quality.
• Support new product introductions, process improvements, capital projects, and other business objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, or another technical discipline required; industrial engineering or logistics is preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of business and team management experience in the chemicals industry or a related field; small- or mid-sized company experience is preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, operations management, and/or product management.
• Experience with ERP systems, inventory control, warehousing, logistics, and procurement.
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing safety, regulatory compliance, quality systems, budgeting, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
• Proven ability to lead teams, solve complex operational problems, manage projects, and adapt to changing priorities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Directly supervises employees within the Mayzo Operations Center.
• Recruits, hires, trains, coaches, and evaluates employees; plans and assigns work; recognizes performance; addresses concerns; and takes corrective action when appropriate.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with Mayzo policies and applicable laws.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Continual standing and walking, with frequent climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, or crawling.
• Ability to lift, push, or carry items up to 25 kg (approximately 55 lb.) without assistance.
• Frequent work around fumes, airborne particles, toxic chemicals, production machinery, and loud noise with required PPE.
• Use of specialized equipment or vehicles, including forklifts and scissor lifts.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible Spending Account and Health Savings Account
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off

Core Competencies

• People leadership and employee development
• Safety, quality, and regulatory focus
• Operational and financial management
• Problem solving and sound decision-making
• Project management and execution
• Adaptability and continuous improvement
• Cross-functional communication and collaboration

The above is intended to outline the general content and requirements for this role and should not be considered an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or physical demands. Nothing in this job posting limits management’s right to assign or reassign tasks as needed. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Mayzo is committed to a fair, merit-based hiring process. We use inclusive job postings, standardized evaluation criteria, and bias-awareness training for hiring managers. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process, and our practices are regularly reviewed to support equal opportunity and a respectful, harassment-free workplace. 

About Mayzo, Inc.

Since 1986, Mayzo has been a trusted global supplier of specialty chemical additives and innovative material solutions that help manufacturers create safer, more efficient, and more sustainable products. Our technologies support a wide range of industries by improving product performance, enhancing manufacturing processes, reducing waste, and lowering costs.

As a privately held company, Mayzo combines the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a growing organization with the stability, reputation, and financial strength built over nearly four decades. Our success is driven by knowledgeable, passionate employees who are committed to solving complex customer challenges through technical expertise, innovation, and exceptional service.

At Mayzo, we believe our people are our greatest advantage. We foster a collaborative, customer-focused culture where employees are empowered to make an impact, develop professionally, and contribute to meaningful work that supports customers around the world. If you're looking to build your career with a company that values innovation, teamwork, and long-term success, we'd love to hear from you.