Job Details
Our food manufacturing client is currently seeking a Plant Manager and a Production Manager.
They would only like to review resumes of candidates who have Ready to Eat meats manufacturing experience. They need a proven leader in a food manufacturing environment and someone who is committed to safety, quality, and OTD. Someone with 5-10 years of experience in a high-level production or operations role and someone who can train and mentor middle managers.
Small relocation package being offered for candidates outside of a commutable distance.
Responsibilities:
- Direct and manage plant operations for production maintenance, quality and shipping and receiving.
- Coordinate plant activities through the planning with departmental managers to ensure the total manufacturing objectives are accomplished in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Develop and control profits plans and budget Implement cost effective systems of control over capital operating expenditures manpower wages and salaries.
- Manage capital asset maintenance.
- Collaborate with the Quality Assurance (QA) Department to maintain high product quality standards.
- Analyze production costs and yields to identify opportunities for cost savings and improved productivity.
- Collaborate with the Research and Development team to facilitate new product development and process improvements.
- Establish and monitor overall plant performance for production and quality standards.
- Control and minimize labor overtime, premium freight, and repair expenses.
- Provide leadership and training to accomplish the company goals and objectives Incorporate shop floor organization and plant cleanliness among plant personnel.
- Provides direction, development, and leadership to production supervisor.
Requirements:
- 4-year bachelor s degree is highly preferred.
- Must have a minimum of 5-10 years experience in a food manufacturing facility as a Plant Manager
- Must have RTE meats foods manufacturing experience.
- Must have strong knowledge of HACCP, sanitation, maintenance, floor operations, quality, labor scheduling and equipment.