Entry Level Plant Manager Jobs
New grad plant manager jobs open doors for recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on coursework in operations can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Chemicals & Materials, Electronics & Hardware, and Education, with employers like WNC Corporation, Jobot, and Allan Myers hiring at this level now.
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Top stateCalifornia
Top employerWNC Corporation
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Work type100% On-site
Top industryChemicals
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Asphalt Plant Field Manager (Foreman)
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Allan Myers
Asphalt Plant Field Manager (Foreman)
Rockville, Virginia
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Seed Plant Manager
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Millborn Seeds, Inc.
Seed Plant Manager
Sherman, South Dakota
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Plant Construction Manager
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WNC Corporation
Plant Construction Manager
Texas
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Plant Construction Manager
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WNC Corporation
Plant Construction Manager
Milpitas, California
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Assistant Plant Manager
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Upstate Niagara Cooperative
Assistant Plant Manager
North Lawrence, New York
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Asphalt Plant Field Manager (Foreman)
Allan Myers·Rockville, Virginia
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
High school diploma or GED
Full Time
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
Overview:
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:
Allan Myers is looking for a hard-working, dedicated Asphalt Plant Field Manager with proven expertise in crew supervision, equipment management, and material and delivery coordination. This role oversees safe, efficient field operations at the assigned job site, ensuring work is executed to the highest standards of performance and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversees the production schedule to meet key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring alignment and coordination with Sales, Paving, Quality Control, Operations, and Transportation teams.
- Supervises hourly crew members and plans/schedules manpower and equipment as needed.
- Manages deliveries and inventory of material from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure safety, profit, scheduling compliance, and customer satisfaction.
- Leads daily morning huddles focused on addressing safety concerns, reviewing production targets, and discussing plant maintenance and operational issues.
- Manages the inventory of essential raw materials including sand, stone, liquid asphalt, fuel, fiber filler, and others.
- Adheres to the Allan Myers Safety Program, including preplanning for hazards, enforcing PPE use, and managing incident investigations and reporting.
- Coordinates and collaborates with other Field Managers, Superintendents, and the customer (internal and external) to implement successful project plans.
- Provides on-the-job training to crew members for assigned tasks.
- Communicates performance expectations for productivity, quality, and safety to crews and ensure progress toward expectations.
- Administers timely and accurate documentation for project-related activities including change orders, time and materials, purchase orders, daily job control reports, and receiving slips/invoices.
- High school diploma or GED required; equivalent work experience will be considered.
- At least 2 years of construction experience in at least one trade discipline (i.e., quarry or asphalt plants, excavation, pipe, concrete, or paving) required.
- One or more years of construction supervisory experience preferred.
- OSHA 10-hour certification required.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to work independently and professionally under pressure, while maintaining effective relationships with office and field personnel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Overview:
Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:
Allan Myers maintains a preferred vendor list and does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies not under contract. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement and prior written authorization from our Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the property of Allan Myers. We reserve the right to engage with such candidates (contact, interview and hire) without financial obligation. No other employee is authorized to approve resume submissions or bind Allan Myers to any fee arrangement.
Allan Myers
Asphalt Plant Field Manager (Foreman)
Rockville, Virginia
Added 2w ago
Job functions:
2+ yrs exp.
High school diploma or GED
Full Time
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Key Responsibilities:
Overview:
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:
Allan Myers is looking for a hard-working, dedicated Asphalt Plant Field Manager with proven expertise in crew supervision, equipment management, and material and delivery coordination. This role oversees safe, efficient field operations at the assigned job site, ensuring work is executed to the highest standards of performance and safety.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversees the production schedule to meet key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring alignment and coordination with Sales, Paving, Quality Control, Operations, and Transportation teams.
- Supervises hourly crew members and plans/schedules manpower and equipment as needed.
- Manages deliveries and inventory of material from suppliers and subcontractors to ensure safety, profit, scheduling compliance, and customer satisfaction.
- Leads daily morning huddles focused on addressing safety concerns, reviewing production targets, and discussing plant maintenance and operational issues.
- Manages the inventory of essential raw materials including sand, stone, liquid asphalt, fuel, fiber filler, and others.
- Adheres to the Allan Myers Safety Program, including preplanning for hazards, enforcing PPE use, and managing incident investigations and reporting.
- Coordinates and collaborates with other Field Managers, Superintendents, and the customer (internal and external) to implement successful project plans.
- Provides on-the-job training to crew members for assigned tasks.
- Communicates performance expectations for productivity, quality, and safety to crews and ensure progress toward expectations.
- Administers timely and accurate documentation for project-related activities including change orders, time and materials, purchase orders, daily job control reports, and receiving slips/invoices.
- High school diploma or GED required; equivalent work experience will be considered.
- At least 2 years of construction experience in at least one trade discipline (i.e., quarry or asphalt plants, excavation, pipe, concrete, or paving) required.
- One or more years of construction supervisory experience preferred.
- OSHA 10-hour certification required.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to work independently and professionally under pressure, while maintaining effective relationships with office and field personnel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Overview:
Our Company Does Work That Matters
Allan Myers is a leading self-performing heavy civil construction and construction materials company with a strategic network of offices, quarries and asphalt plants covering the Mid-Atlantic from New Jersey to Virginia Beach. We build infrastructure: the highways and bridges that connect cities and towns, the public water and wastewater systems that provide clean water to your home and keep our streams clean. We take pride in meeting the highest quality standards because it ensures our work will have a long-lasting positive impact on the community. When you get home safe each night, you know that what you did that day matters.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
At Allan Myers, you are part of a team dedicated to making things better, including your career. We pay well and provide generous benefits. We offer extensive training and promote from within. If you have the drive, we will help you build a career in the thriving construction industry and reach your full potential.
Allan Myers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Notice to External, Third Party, Agency Recruiting Firms:
Allan Myers maintains a preferred vendor list and does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies not under contract. Any resume submitted without a signed agreement and prior written authorization from our Talent Acquisition team will be deemed the property of Allan Myers. We reserve the right to engage with such candidates (contact, interview and hire) without financial obligation. No other employee is authorized to approve resume submissions or bind Allan Myers to any fee arrangement.
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Entry Level Plant Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level plant manager job?
Focus on demonstrating hands-on operations experience, even from internships, co-ops, or lab coursework. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who understand production workflows, safety protocols, and basic team coordination. A degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or a related field gives you a strong foundation. Highlight any project where you improved a process, reduced waste, or led a small team.
Which companies hire entry level plant managers?
Companies hiring entry level plant managers right now include WNC Corporation, Jobot, and Allan Myers, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Manufacturing firms, food and beverage producers, and consumer goods companies tend to build out junior management pipelines and actively post roles for candidates who are newer to the field.
Are there remote entry level plant manager jobs?
Yes, though fully remote roles are limited at this level since plant management is largely on-site work. About 0% of entry level plant manager openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those tend to involve planning, scheduling, or coordinator functions rather than direct floor supervision.
Are these new grad plant manager jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles that welcome recent graduates with little or no professional experience. A new grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or school projects as qualifying background, and may offer training or rotational programs to help candidates grow into full management responsibilities.
Which industries hire the most entry level plant managers?
Entry Level plant manager roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials, Electronics & Hardware, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. These sectors maintain large physical operations with ongoing turnover in supervisory roles, making them consistent sources of junior openings for candidates who are just starting out in production and operations management.