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The Plant Manager is responsible for ensuring production goals are met while upholding all quality and safety standards. This role provides leadership and direction for all aspects of production operations through subordinate managers, including the development of policies, procedures, and practices related to product quality, operational efficiency, staffing, employee training, and day-to-day execution.
Job Responsibility:
Oversee development and execution of the production schedule, ensuring processes and procedures are safe, cost-effective, efficient, and aligned with established quality standards
Collaborate with Quality Control leadership to ensure staffing, policies, and procedures support the delivery of high-quality products
implement food safety programs and participate in quality reviews
Ensure full operational compliance with all applicable FDA, food safety, and workplace safety regulations
Contribute to new product development and evaluate optimal product mix to support company objectives and profitability
Develop and maintain Key Performance Indicator (KPI) systems to track and assess plant performance, using results to drive continuous improvement
Manage plant operations within the approved annual budget, identify variances, and develop appropriate corrective actions and recommendations
Maintain a daily physical presence in the plant to oversee staff, equipment, and systems
provide proactive problem-solving to ensure performance targets are met
Build and sustain strong working relationships with suppliers, vendors, buyers, and other partners to support operational success
Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance processes, quality, and efficiency
Maintain current industry knowledge by monitoring trends in Ready-to-Eat (RTE) food processing
participate in educational opportunities, review professional publications, and network internally and externally
Participate as a senior leader in both short- and long-term strategic planning to support company goals and operational requirements
Perform duties of a senior manager, including attracting and retaining a high-quality workforce
employee development
recognition programs
performance management
disciplinary action
and ensuring compliance with all safety requirements
Requirements:
Minimum of 7 years of progressively responsible management experience in a food processing or manufacturing production environment, with demonstrated focus on product quality, regulatory compliance, and FDA requirements
Experience in an RTE food processing facility is strongly preferred
Proven leadership and management capabilities, including experience developing high-performing teams, coaching managers/supervisors, and driving operational excellence
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Ability to serve as the primary company representative during regulatory audits, including FDA, state, and customer audits of production operations
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, using sound judgment in a fast-paced, results-driven environment
Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and prioritization skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to document processes, procedures, and policies
Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment to plan, prioritize, and organize a diverse team and workload
Ability to actively listen, accept constructive feedback, and apply learnings to improve performance
Bachelor’s degree in food science or biology, engineering, business, or a closely related field, or an equivalent combination of education and related work experience, required
What we offer:
Paid vacations
personal days
holidays
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
employer paid short and long-term disability insurance