Senior Plant Operations Manager

Job Category: Production & Manufacturing Operations

Requisition Number: SENIO
004081

• Posted :
  October 19, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Ozark, AR 72949, USA

Oversee the creation, implementation, and execution of operational strategies and goals to ensure achievement of goals, such as on-time delivery, cost of sales, safety of people and product, quality of the product, and human resource management. Oversees all manufacturing activities, pushes forward continuous improvements, and achieves effective and efficient operations. Collaborates cross-functionally to meet product goals, reduce costs, and ensure the highest level of product quality.

At Butterball, we exist to help people pass love on. As the most recognized name in turkey, the brand represents more than 60 years of cherished memories, providing quality, great tasting products that make meals something to celebrate every day. We proudly believe that life at Butterball means having a team who supports you, having the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, and making an impact on the health of others daily.

Whether you choose to work at one of our five (5) manufacturing facilities in NC, AR, MO, farms in AR, NC, and KS, corporate office in NC, IL, or in the field, we believe we have an opportunity for everyone to succeed. At Butterball, we believe in fostering a culture where every team member is valued, has the opportunity to grow professionally and contribute to our success.

Join us in our Purpose and apply for an opportunity today!

Key Responsibilities

• Manages a large team of skilled individual contributors and/or people leaders. Provides guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful delivery of department goals. Responsible for HR activities such as hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, team member development, scheduling, etc. Enforces and meaningfully contributes to the development of robust systems, policies, and procedures. Contributes to strategic planning and budget management for the function.
• Responsible for ensuring all operations comply with all regulations, company policies, quality standards, and contractual obligations while maximizing yields with minimal costs.
• Oversee all aspects of plant operations including production, maintenance, quality control shipping, production schedules, capacity utilization, inventory control, team member engagement, and safety programs. Develops and implements strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and optimize workflows.
• Creates and monitors adherence to key performance indicators. Provides support for problem-solving, action plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Contributes to short and long-term planning strategies. Guides the development of team goals and action plans to ensure alignment to organizational goals.
• Implement continuous improvement methodologies to enhance all aspects of plant operations. Creates meaningful improvements to cost reduction, performance improvements, and overall profitability.
• Observes talent base and promotes opportunities for management to upgrade skills through training, education, and project participation.
• Oversees programs that ensure the safety and health of our team members.
• Manages and helps create overall operating budget in line with current business plan.
• Participate in safety audits, accident investigations, and other safety related activities as needed. Implements corrective actions and enforces a culture of safety.
• Communicates with leadership to provide updates on operational goals and strategies.

Minimum Qualifications (Educations & Experience)

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• 8+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role
• 2+ years of leadership experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Butterball Core Competencies

Caring about people, valuing contributions, and empowering to succeed is the Butterball Way. We recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to Butterball and seek to create an environment where everyone can thrive. Everyone has a seat at the table and is expected to embody our core competencies:

• Safety First:
  We put safety first. The health, safety, and well-being of our people, products, and turkeys is everyone's responsibility and everyone's jobs.
• Integrity:
  We trust each other to do the right thing. We act with integrity and gain the confidence and…