Operations Manager

Operations Manager – Food Manufacturing

Lead Operations. Drive Performance. Make an Impact.

A growing food manufacturing company in southern Texas (relocation provided) seeks an experienced Operations Manager to lead plant operations and drive safety, productivity, quality, and continuous improvement initiatives. This hands‑on leadership opportunity is for someone who thrives in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and builds high‑performing teams.

Ideal candidates have a strong background in food manufacturing operations—particularly within meat, poultry, or protein processing—where this could be your next step.

• Lead daily operations across Production, Supply Chain, and Maintenance
• Drive plant performance through safety, quality, efficiency, and cost‑control initiatives
• Manage production schedules, staffing, throughput, and operational execution
• Champion food safety, sanitation, and regulatory compliance programs
• Develop and mentor supervisors and plant personnel
• Partner with maintenance teams to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Establish and monitor KPIs to improve operational performance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, labor efficiency, and profitability

• 5+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing operations
• Strong preference for meat, poultry, or protein processing experience
• Proven ability to lead teams and improve plant performance
• HACCP training/certification preferred
• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of WMS, CMMS, and Microsoft Office applications
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• High‑energy leader with a hands‑on management style

• Key leadership role with significant operational influence
• Opportunity to drive meaningful improvements and shape plant culture
• Stable and growing food manufacturing organization
• Long‑term career growth potential

If you are a results‑driven food manufacturing leader who enjoys solving problems, developing teams, and improving operations, we would love to have a confidential conversation.

Email your confidential resume to Brittany at for more information.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.