Director, Plant
CONA Services · Philadelphia, PA
- Level
- Director+
- Team
- Production
- Degree
- Preferred
- Experience asked
- 10+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 15 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A director-level production role at CONA Services (industrial) in Philadelphia, PA. Business-Support-Functions.
- They ask for
- 10+ years · degree preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, TPM, OEE, Root cause, SAP, EHS / safety
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 26, 2026
Production Engineer roles in Pennsylvania: typical posted base $132k–$182k.
Median of the low and high ends of 7 live postings that list pay, out of 39 production engineer openings in Pennsylvania, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Pennsylvania plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 38 other live production postings in Pennsylvania.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (10+ vs 7+)
Typical $132k–$182k, from 6 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 7+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 49%
- ✓ Lean 46%
- ✓ EHS / safety 31%
- ✓ Union environment 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for TPM, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- ✓Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
- ✓Master's Degree (MBA or Engineering discipline) is a plus.
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Director, Plant
About Liberty
At Liberty Coca‑Cola Beverages LLC, we’re committed to creating a workplace that reflects the vibrant communities we serve; where every associate feels valued, supported, and inspired to grow. Our people are our greatest asset, and we invest in them through a culture grounded in safety, integrity, collaboration, and innovation. With competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, 401K and more), and a focus on learning and advancement, we empower our teams to lead with courage, drive results, and foster success. Join a company where you can help us refresh and celebrate the moments of today while creating the possibilities of tomorrow.
Summary
The Director, Manufacturing Operations (Plant Director) is responsible for leading all manufacturing activities at Liberty Coca-Cola Beverages' Philadelphia Production Center. This role provides strategic and operational leadership across Production, Maintenance, Quality Assurance, Inventory Control, Engineering, and Continuous Improvement functions to ensure the safe, efficient, and cost-effective production of high-quality beverages.
The Plant Director is accountable for achieving key performance indicators related to safety, quality, productivity, service, employee engagement, and financial performance while driving a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. This leader partners closely with Supply Chain, Planning, Sales, Logistics, Engineering, Human Resources, and Quality teams to support business growth, customer satisfaction, and manufacturing capability.
Operational Leadership
- •Provide overall leadership and direction for the Philadelphia manufacturing facility, ensuring alignment with Liberty Coca-Cola's strategic objectives.
- •Deliver plant performance against established safety, quality, service, cost, and productivity targets.
- •Lead daily, weekly, and monthly operating reviews to drive operational excellence and accountability.
- •Ensure compliance with Coca-Cola quality standards, food safety requirements, GMPs, and all regulatory requirements.
Safety & Quality
- •Champion a world-class safety culture by ensuring compliance with all OSHA, environmental, and Liberty Coca-Cola safety standards.
- •Lead initiatives that reduce safety incidents, improve risk identification, and strengthen associate engagement in safety programs.
- •Partner with Quality Assurance leadership to maintain product integrity, consumer safety, and regulatory compliance.
- •Ensure corrective actions are implemented effectively and sustainably.
Manufacturing Excellence
- •Drive continuous improvement through Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Operational Excellence, and root cause problem-solving methodologies.
- •Optimize production capacity, labor utilization, line efficiency, changeover performance, waste reduction, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- •Lead plant productivity initiatives that improve operational performance while reducing costs.
- •Identify and implement best practices across manufacturing operations.
Financial & Business Management
- •Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets.
- •Ensure achievement of financial objectives related to labor, materials, maintenance, utilities, and operating expenses.
- •Evaluate capital investment opportunities and develop business cases supporting productivity improvements, capacity expansion, and asset reliability.
- •Monitor and improve plant financial performance through effective planning and resource allocation.
People Leadership
- •Build, develop, and retain a high-performing leadership team.
- •Provide coaching, development, and succession planning for managers and supervisors.
- •Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, teamwork, and employee engagement.
- •Lead labor relations activities in partnership with Human Resources, including union interactions where applicable.
Supply Chain & Technology
- •Partner with Planning, Logistics, Procurement, and Commercial teams to align production plans with customer demand.
- •Leverage SAP and manufacturing systems to improve visibility, inventory accuracy, production planning, and operational performance.
- •Support digital transformation and technology initiatives that enhance manufacturing effectiveness and decision-making.