Plant General Manager (Kansas City) Job at Softworld, a Kelly Company, Kansas City, MO

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  • Softworld, a Kelly Company
  • Kansas City, MO

Job Description

Plant General Manager

Location: Kansas City, MO

Employment Type: Full-Time | Exempt

Reports To: Regional Plant Director

Salary Range: 110 – 130k (depending on experience)

Additional Incentive: 18% Annual Incentive Plan (AIP)

About the Role:

We are seeking a results-driven Plant General Manager to lead all operations at our Kansas City facility. This leadership role is responsible for overseeing plant performance, safety, compliance, and operational excellence while ensuring alignment with company goals and regulatory standards. The successful candidate will bring a mix of strategic oversight and hands-on leadership to elevate plant performance and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Workforce Development

Lead and coach plant managers/supervisors in planning, organizing, and performance management

Drive alignment with company values and strategic goals through effective leadership practices

Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance reviews, and succession planning

Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Operations Oversight

Manage all inbound, processing, and outbound waste activities

Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (DOT, OSHA, EPA, etc.)

Monitor inventory, shipping, and waste treatment for compliance and efficiency

Maintain facility operations, manage budgets, and submit capital expenditure requests

Compliance & Safety

Implement and enforce safety protocols and corrective actions

Stay up to date on regulatory changes and train staff accordingly

Lead incident prevention and hazard mitigation initiatives

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement

Serve as point of contact for plant-level customer issues

Ensure a responsive and service-focused approach to client needs

Represent plant interests in regional and organizational meetings

Qualifications:

Education & Certifications

Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Operations Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)

40-hour OSHA certification (current)

Valid driver’s license

Experience

7+ years of experience in plant operations or environmental services

7+ years of leadership experience managing people, budgets, and processes

Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, and EPA regulations; experience with waste management systems

Skills & Competencies

Budget management and cost control expertise

Strong verbal/written communication and presentation skills

Proficient in project management and data-driven decision-making

Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement tools preferred

Ability to lead change, manage multiple priorities, and work cross-functionally

Travel: Up to 20%

Work Environment: Industrial/plant setting with required use of PPE as applicable

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Job Tags

Full time,

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