Assistant Plant Manager

CHEP • Temple, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our Hybrid Work Model . Job Description Your expertise can transform our plant—take charge as an Assistant Plant Manager and lead the way!

Requirements

• Proven success in manufacturing leadership roles.
• Results-driven mindset with a focus on collaboration and empowerment .
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and lead with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Ensure occupational health and safety compliance for all employees, contractors, and visitors, adhering to both corporate and legislative requirements.
• Maintain environmental compliance by working within corporate and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the site meets all environmental standards.
• In collaboration with the plant maintenance team oversee day-to-day machine operability and maintenance
• Provide effective leadership and direction to frontline managers (e.g., supervisors and team leaders), identifying training needs and supporting staff development to optimize performance.
• Ensure compliance with all operational procedures and work instructions as outlined by CHEP, maintaining consistency and adherence to standards.
• Manage workforce planning to ensure the plant is adequately staffed with appropriately trained personnel to meet production demands.
• Ensure production processes run efficiently and effectively within budgetary constraints, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Collaborate with the Plant Manager to drive continuous improvement initiatives, focusing on enhancing safety, quality, and cost performance across plant operations.
• Champion occupational health and safety for all employees, contractors, and visitors.
• Maintain environmental compliance and sustainability standards.
• Collaborate with maintenance teams to ensure machine operability.
• Lead and develop frontline managers, supporting career growth and training opportunities for all team members .
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in safety, quality, and cost performance.
• Oversee production and shipping schedules, ensuring efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Model inclusive leadership , coaching employees and promoting a culture where everyone can thrive .
• Support workforce planning and ensure diverse, well-trained teams .
• Partner with the Plant Manager on cost performance and P&L accountability

Benefits

• Competitive pay & annual bonus structure
• Benefits starting Day 1
• Paid time off + holiday observances
• 401K with company match (up to 4%)
• Free vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees