Plant Manufacturing Manager

Plant Manufacturing Manager - Lead the Recipe for Operational Excellence in Food Production"

Are you a hands-on manufacturing leader ready to drive productivity, safety, and continuous improvement in a high-energy food manufacturing environment? We're seeking one dedicated Plant Manufacturing Manager to join a dynamic organization known for precision, innovation, and a commitment to quality. If you thrive on developing people, optimizing processes, and delivering results-this is your chance to step into a pivotal role where every day brings real impact.

Hours & Pay:

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 per year (based on experience and qualifications)

Employment Type: Direct Hire

Daily Tasks:

• Develop, implement, and optimize production plans-including weekly and shift schedules, line assignments, and batch sizing-to meet demand and drive efficiency.
• Monitor key performance indicators, including throughput, overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), cycle times, and process efficiency; identify bottlenecks and take corrective action.
• Oversee daily manufacturing operations covering dough mixing and packaging; ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, batch traceability, lot control, and food-safety compliance.
• Enforce and maintain HACCP, GMP, FSMA/regulatory requirements, and allergen controls. Implement and monitor quality checks (weights, dimensions, moisture, bake colour, internal temperature) and manage hold procedures for out-of-spec products.
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) initiatives for quality incidents; drive continuous improvement projects including kaizen, 5S, waste reduction, cycle-time reduction, and process standardisation.
• Enforce health, safety, and environmental programmes: conduct risk assessments, incident investigations, promote a safety-first culture, and ensure compliance with OSHA and food-facility safety standards.
• Provide ongoing training on SOPs, HACCP, allergen controls, sanitary practices, and equipment operation; maintain training records and ensure new-hire onboarding covers critical food-safety requirements.
• Prepare for and participate in internal and external audits; implement corrective actions and ensure compliance with customer specifications, weight tolerances, packaging formats, allergen declarations, and labelling.
• Monitor cost-control metrics: productivity, scrap, yield loss, energy usage; identify cost-saving measures. Assist in budgeting for labour, materials, and maintenance; manage overtime to stay within budget.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D/Product Development teams on new-product scale-up trials, validate processes, and support sales/customer service regarding product specifications, production capabilities, and lead times.

Requirements - Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field required; High School Diploma/GED minimum.
• Minimum of 5+ years' experience as a hands-on Plant Manufacturing Manager with full operating P&L responsibility in a manufacturing setting.
• At least 3+ years' experience specifically in a food manufacturing facility managing a team of 20+ hourly employees.
• Strong knowledge of HACCP food-safety programmes, GMP, allergen control, and regulatory compliance.
• A high degree of computer literacy (Excel, Office, PowerPoint, Word) is required; familiarity with ERP systems such as NetSuite is a plus.
• Proven track record of boosting productivity through Lean manufacturing and operational-excellence techniques (kaizen, 5S, waste reduction).
• Strong leadership presence, able to multitask, make decisions in ambiguous situations, influence and motivate teams, and maintain performance under pressure.

Benefits:

You will join a company that values your expertise and invests in your success. The benefits package is robust and designed to support your well-being, professional growth, and financial security. You'll enjoy comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision), retirement savings plans, performance-based recognition, and opportunities for continuous training in lean manufacturing and food safety. The culture promotes advancement and empowers leaders to make meaningful contributions to productivity and team development.

Call to Action:

If you are ready to lead manufacturing operations, champion food-safety excellence, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced food production environment, click "Apply Now" to submit your application. We look forward to discussing how you can help shape our operations and drive performance forward.

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