About this opportunity
EXALTA lists this Plant Director opportunity in city of bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Relocation Assistance + Sign-On Bonus Available
EXALTA is looking for an experienced Plant Director to lead the operations of one of our manufacturing sites and play a key role in our continued growth.
This is an opportunity for a hands-on manufacturing leader who enjoys being close to the operation, developing people, improving processes, and driving results. You'll have the opportunity to lead across Manufacturing, Planning, Purchasing, Facilities, and Maintenance while partnering with leaders across EXALTA to strengthen our overall operational performance.
What makes this opportunity unique:
Relocation assistance available
Sign-on bonus available
Senior leadership role with significant site-level ownership
Opportunity to lead and develop a talented operations organization
Ability to drive Lean, continuous improvement, and operational excellence initiatives
Cross-functional and cross-site exposure within a growing organization
Opportunity to make a direct impact on quality, delivery, cost, safety, and employee engagement
Work in a regulated manufacturing environment where the products we make directly support patient care
What You'll Lead
Operational Leadership
Own site performance across Safety, Quality, Service, Cost, and Inventory.
Lead Manufacturing, Purchasing, Production Planning, Facilities, and Maintenance.
Ensure production output meets customer demand, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
Represent Operations for assigned products, customers, or business portfolios.
Continuous Improvement
Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and employee-led improvement initiatives.
Improve throughput, OEE, inventory turns, and overall cost structure.
Establish standard work, visual management, and daily management systems.
People & Culture
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing leadership team and workforce.
Create a culture of accountability, ownership, engagement, and continuous improvement.
Develop leaders and establish clear performance expectations across the organization.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Champion a proactive safety culture with a goal of zero incidents.
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, local, and environmental regulations.
Partner closely with Quality and Regulatory teams to maintain the highest standards.
Strategic Leadership
Partner with Sales, Marketing, Program Management, and Supply Chain to support business growth.
Lead cross-functional and cross-site initiatives.
Translate company strategy into actionable site-level plans.
Lead capital planning and equipment utilization to support growth, efficiency, and safety.
Manage operating budgets and maintain strong financial discipline.
What We're Looking For
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related field required;
Master's preferred.
10–15 years of manufacturing experience with 7–10 years in progressive leadership roles.
Strong experience leading manufacturing operations and developing people.
Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or similar methodologies.
Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
Strong track record of improving safety, quality, delivery, cost, and operational performance.
Ability to operate strategically while remaining highly engaged with the day-to-day operation.
About EXALTA
At EXALTA, we build what heals.
We manufacture products that support the medical and healthcare industries, and our work has a direct impact on patients and the people who care for them. We're looking for leaders who want to make a difference not only in the performance of a manufacturing operation, but in the people and products behind it.
Worksite address
city of bethlehem, PA, 18025, US
Who can apply
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