Plant Controller in Modesto, California

Location

Modesto, California

Job Type

Full-time

Salary

$45 – $60/hr

Company

Robert Half

The Plant Controller is a key finance leader supporting manufacturing operations within a complex, multi‑site environment. This role partners closely with plant leadership and operations to ensure accurate financial reporting, disciplined cost control, and informed operational decision‑making. Reach out to Jason Lee for more information about this project engagement.Manufacturing Finance / Plant Controller Responsibilities:Own plant‑level financial results across production, inventory, and cost performanceMaintain standard costs, routings, and overhead structures aligned to actual operationsSupport monthly close activities including inventory, production variances, and accrualsAnalyze labor, material, overhead, yield, downtime, and throughput variancesTranslate operational drivers into clear financial insight for site leadershipSupport annual budgeting and ongoing forecast cycles using production and volume assumptionsMonitor inventory quantities, valuation, and physical count variancesPartner with operations to improve inventory accuracy and working capital outcomesDevelop and maintain operational and financial performance metricsIdentify process, reporting, and control improvement opportunitiesOperate effectively in a deadline‑driven, changing production environmentServe as a hands‑on finance partner to manufacturing and supply chain teamsPeriodic on‑site presence required; occasional travel between facilities as needed