Plant Controller - Manufacturing

ProAmpac Holdings, Inc. • Granite City, IL • 5h ago

Description

Plant Controller (Manufacturing) - Granite City, IL

Multi-Site Operations Support.

Help Drive Financial Performance Across Two Manufacturing Operations. ProAmpac is looking for an experienced Plant Controller to serve as a strategic finance leader supporting our manufacturing facility located in Granite City, Illinois.

This is more than a traditional accounting role. We are seeking a hands-on manufacturing finance professional who thrives on partnering with operations leaders, understanding plant performance drivers, improving reporting accuracy, and translating data into actionable business insights.

The ideal candidate understands manufacturing from the floor to the financials. Someone who can walk the plant, challenge assumptions, analyze cost drivers, and help operational leaders make informed business decisions.

Because this role supports two locations, candidates located within reasonable travel distance between both facilities, including central Missouri regions, are strongly encouraged to apply.

What You'll Do

Serve as the financial leader and business partner for three manufacturing facilities

Lead plant accounting activities including cost accounting, inventory analysis, accruals, BOM accuracy, absorption accounting, forecasting, and financial reporting

Analyze monthly financials, performance and provide operational insights to plant, sales, and corporate leadership

Partner with operations leaders to improve cost performance, labor utilization, inventory management, and operational efficiency

Perform cost and inventory audits to ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data

Lead forecasting, annual operating plans (AOP), strategic planning, and variance analysis activities

Investigate and explain inventory adjustments, manufacturing variances, and cost fluctuations

Ensure strong internal controls, process integrity, and compliance with GAAP standards

Support continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and operational partnership

Maintain accuracy and integrity across ERP/MRP systems and reporting processes

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field - or -

5-10 years of experience in a manufacturing finance environment, ideally as a Plant Controller or Cost Manager

Strong background in:

Cost accounting & Absorption accounting

Manufacturing variance analysis

Inventory controls

Financial reporting

Forecasting and budgeting

ERP/MRP systems

Experience partnering directly with plant leadership and operations teams

Advanced Excel and financial systems proficiency

Ability to manage multiple priorities across multiple manufacturing locations

Key Competencies

We are looking for leaders who demonstrate:

Strong business and financial acumen

Analytical problem-solving capabilities

High ethical standards and integrity

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Sound judgment and decision-making

Operational partnership mindset

Organizational discipline and accountability

Confidence working in fast-paced manufacturing environments

Why ProAmpac?

ProAmpac, we are building scalable operations to support continued growth across the packaging manufacturing industry. Our teams work collaboratively, move quickly, and value professionals who can combine financial expertise with operational partnership.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make an impact across multiple manufacturing operations while helping drive performance, strategy, and accountability, we would love to hear from you.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.

Job Category: Finance & Accounting

Full-Time

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