Plant Manager

Overview

PLANT OPERATIONS CAREERS

Plant Manager

Lead a healthcare laundry plant.

Where  [Clifton, NJ] Reports to  General Manager / Regional Vice President

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.

Why you'll like it here

Own the plant

Daily operations, people, budget, and results.

Lean in action

Drive improvement with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Lead leaders

Develop supervisors, maintenance staff, and production Associates.

Healthcare standards

Run an operation held to OSHA and HLAC requirements.

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.

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 methodologies preferred.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.
• Willing to relocate- GOE flexibility.
• Prior military leadership experience (e.g., Sergeant or above) a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 14001 / ISO 9001 and GMP standards.
• Experience with manufacturing systems and reporting tools

Compensation

• $140K - $165K plus Plant Leadership Bonus (10%)

We'll teach you: Our plant network, operating standards, and the support of a national organization.

How we work

Every ImageFIRST Associate lives our four Core Values. These are our required competencies.

Be Respectful

Value all we come in contact with.

Be Remarkable

Create a positive moment with every interaction.

Be Safe

Keep ourselves and those around us safe.

Be Honest

Be guided by truthfulness in all we do.

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

Great company culture

Collaborative team environment

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 → leading supervisors, maintenance, and production
• Readiness and inspections → safety, quality, and compliance
• Resource stewardship → plant budget and cost control

Guard and Reserve members: we support your service commitments. Tell us your branch and specialty when you apply.

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.