Food Plant Operations Leader

Lakeside Foods Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare options

Vision coverage

Health savings account

401(k) match

Life & AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Lakeside Foods is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the plant's production, quality, safety and continuous improvement efforts. You will lead on the floor, drive performance, and manage all plant operations to deliver high-quality food products.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration to optimize production and efficiency. A related bachelor’s degree and substantial experience in manufacturing are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 3+ years leading manufacturing or processing operations (or 8+ years in manufacturing/processing).
• Proven ability to lead, motivate teams and drive continuous improvement.
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse operations, quality control, safety standards, and resource management.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and supervise the operation function in production of a high quality, safe food product.
• Provide leadership on the operating floor, ensuring safety, health, environmental and quality compliance.
• Manage and supervise all plant operations areas for optimal performance.
• Promote employee engagement and development to maximize production, quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a related field; 3+ years leading manufacturing or processing operations (or 8+ years in manufacturing/processing)

Tools

SAP

Job description

Lakeside Foods is seeking an Operations Manager to oversee the plant's production, quality, safety and continuous improvement efforts. You will lead on the floor, drive performance, and manage all plant operations to deliver high-quality food products.

The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration to optimize production and efficiency. A related bachelor’s degree and substantial experience in manufacturing are required.