Egg Processing General Manager — Lead Ops & Growth

Cooper Farms; Fort Recovery (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation

Six holidays

Same day pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life Insurance

Free healthcare clinics

401(k) match

Wellness reimbursement

Referral bonus

Product discounts

Job summary

Cooper Farms is seeking a General Manager to lead our Egg Processing team in Northwest Ohio. The role oversees operations across Liquid Egg Processing, Spring Meadow Farms, Central Egg Processing and related warehouses, directing Plant Managers and driving performance.

The position emphasizes cross-functional leadership, budgeting, and continuous improvement with travel as needed. Competitive compensation includes profit-sharing bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field preferred, but will be waived for relevant experience.
• 10+ years of experience in Cooper Farms or similar operation (production, sales, logistics).
• Ability to coach and mentor personnel at all levels.
• Proactive cross-functional collaboration and strong communication of results.
• Willingness to travel as needed and build internal/external relationships.
• Self-starter focused on continuous improvement and servant leadership.
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Plant Managers for production, maintenance, quality and other support functions at multiple Egg Processing facilities.
• Coordinate plant activities with Sales and each Plant Manager to meet production objectives timely and cost-effectively.
• Develop and control budgets and project planning.
• Implement cost controls on operating expenses, labor, and related costs.
• Establish and monitor production and quality performance standards.
• Provide leadership to Plant and Quality Managers in processes and leadership development.
• Oversee projects related to facilities and equipment, including purchases and installs.
• Provide leadership and training to achieve company goals.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team development

Budgeting

Operations mgmt

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Job description

Cooper Farms is seeking a General Manager to lead our Egg Processing team in Northwest Ohio. The role oversees operations across Liquid Egg Processing, Spring Meadow Farms, Central Egg Processing and related warehouses, directing Plant Managers and driving performance.

The position emphasizes cross-functional leadership, budgeting, and continuous improvement with travel as needed. Competitive compensation includes profit-sharing bonuses and comprehensive benefits.