Night-Shift Production Operations Leader

Pacific Coast Producers, Inc.; Woodland (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Profit-sharing bonus

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Development opportunities

Farmer-owned cooperative

Job summary

Pacific Coast Producers in Woodland, CA seeks a hands-on Production Operations Manager to lead the plant’s operations. You will direct teams, ensure safety and quality, and optimize material and labor use during the seasonal tomato pack from mid-July through October.

The role requires night shifts (10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.), a 4/10 schedule year-round, and a path for career growth within a farmer-owned cooperative focused on feeding families across North America.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 10+ years in tomato processing or similar operation.
• Must be available to work the night shift (10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.) during seasonal tomato pack.
• Flexibility to work weekends during the seasonal tomato pack.
• Proven leadership in food manufacturing with teams, safety, and quality focus.
• Knowledge of food manufacturing processes and standards (OSHA, FDA, HACCP, GMP).
• Strong background in manufacturing methods and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Direct and manage plant operations to meet quality, food safety, and customer requirements.
• Develop plans for efficient use of materials, machines, and employees.
• Review production costs and modify programs to enhance profitability.
• Lead budgeting processes and financial records preparation.
• Enforce safety, quality, and legality standards; communicate policies to staff.
• Drive continuous improvement and preventive maintenance.

Skills

Leadership

Night shift readiness

Team management

Safety and quality

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/engineering/science or 10+ years in tomato processing

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Pacific Coast Producers in Woodland, CA seeks a hands-on Production Operations Manager to lead the plant’s operations. You will direct teams, ensure safety and quality, and optimize material and labor use during the seasonal tomato pack from mid-July through October.

The role requires night shifts (10:00 p.m.–6:00 a.m.), a 4/10 schedule year-round, and a path for career growth within a farmer-owned cooperative focused on feeding families across North America.