Plant Manager

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We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to lead operations at a mid-sized dairy processing facility. This role will oversee all aspects of production, safety, quality, and people management, ensuring that the plant runs efficiently and profitably while meeting customer expectations.

• Provide leadership and direction to plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality assurance, and warehousing.
• Develop and execute strategies to meet safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement through Lean manufacturing and process optimization initiatives.
• Partner with cross-functional leadership teams in supply chain, engineering, and finance to align plant goals with overall business strategy.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as internal policies for food safety and employee health and safety.
• Manage plant budget, control operating costs, and monitor financial performance.
• Build and develop a high-performing team by coaching, mentoring, and implementing training programs.
• Lead capital projects to support expansion, modernization, and efficiency improvements.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or related field preferred
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a plant management or equivalent leadership role.
• Strong background in food or dairy production preferred.
• Demonstrated success in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Solid understanding of safety regulations, quality standards, and regulatory compliance within a food production environment.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to build and inspire high-performing teams.

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