Plant Manager Platteville, WI | Full-Time | Leadership Opportunity
Lead a Growing Manufacturing Team That Makes an Impact L&M Corrugated Container Corp. is looking for a passionate, hands-on Plant Manager to lead operations at our Platteville facility. This is an opportunity for a driven manufacturing leader to shape performance, build culture, and develop teams within a rapidly growing, family-owned company with over 40 years of success in the corrugated packaging industry.
At L&M, our purpose is simple:
“A passionate family, making a positive impact on the world.”
We are seeking a leader who believes in accountability, continuous improvement, safety, and servant leadership — someone who can inspire teams while delivering operational excellence.
What You’ll Do As Plant Manager, you will oversee all day-to-day plant operations while driving continuous improvement across production, safety, quality, and team development.
Key Responsibilities
Lead daily manufacturing operations to ensure safety, efficiency, quality, and on-time delivery
Develop and coach supervisors and production teams to achieve operational goals
Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase throughput, reduce waste, and improve productivity
Monitor production performance and implement corrective actions when needed
Create a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence
Allocate labor, equipment, and resources effectively to maximize plant performance
Partner with leadership to execute strategic initiatives and long-term operational goals
Oversee scheduling, maintenance, logistics, warehousing, inventory, and production workflows
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment
Analyze operational data and metrics to improve efficiency and profitability
Support employee engagement, performance management, and team development
What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications
Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced production setting
Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in corrugated packaging or related manufacturing industries
Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement training
Experience with ERP or production management systems (Amtech experience is a plus)
College degree preferred
Leadership Traits That Succeed at L&M We’re looking for someone who:
Safety first mindset
Leads by example
Build trust and accountability
Balances customer needs with operational execution
Knows when to coach, delegate, or jump in to help
Brings energy, urgency, and positivity to the team
Thrive in a growth-focused environment
Why Join L&M Corrugated?
Family-owned company with strong values and long-term stability
Growing organization with advancement opportunities
Team-oriented culture focused on people and performance
Opportunity to make a visible impact on plant success
Supportive leadership team committed to continuous improvement