Operations Manager-Fresh (Nights)

Foster Farms; Livingston (CA); On-site; USD 116,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in California is seeking an Operations Manager to lead the shift's production, hit targets, and ensure safety and budget adherence. You will coordinate production, distribution, warehousing, sanitation, and maintenance while guiding teams across departments.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Business Administration, 7–10 years of plant management experience in food processing, and demonstrates strong leadership, budgeting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive management experience in the food processing industry.
• Strong leadership, budgeting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage the manufacturing process within the defined safety and quality standards.
• Manage and monitor the activities of Production Supervisors to ensure efficient operation of the plant.
• Adherence to the production plan and schedule.
• Assist the Plant Manager in preparation of annual budget proposals, providing assessment and estimates of product, materials and staffing requirements for the production forecast.
• Implement and foster a continuous improvement environment.
• Adherence to site and business protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Operations management

Safety & compliance

Team development

Communication

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About Foster Farms

At Foster Farms, our mission is creating great food and serving great moments. Our vision is to be the best and most trusted food company, empowering and nourishing the lives of those we serve. We measure our success by how well we protect and care for our team, our consumers, our animals, and our environment, while delivering operational excellence and exceptional value to our customers.

Essential Functions

Pay Range: $116,450 - 145,550 per year

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Operation Manager will be responsible for managing the production operations for the plant on the shift. The role will encompass meeting annual production targets and metrics within specified quality, environmental and budgetary standards. Responsible for ensuring equipment is functioning correctly and health and safety protocols are followed. The incumbent will assist the Plant Manager with providing direction to TEAM Members in production, distribution, warehousing, sanitation and maintenance. The position will include frequent contact with Live Production, Quality Control, Technical Services, Human Resources, Accounting, Commodities, Legal, and USDA.

• Manage the manufacturing process within the defined safety and quality standards.
• Manage and monitor the activities of Production Supervisors to ensure efficient operation of the plant.
• Adherence to the production plan and schedule.
• Assist the Plant Manager in preparation of annual budget proposals, providing assessment and estimates of product, materials and staffing requirements for the production forecast.
• Implement and foster a continuous improvement environment.
• Adherence to site and business protocols.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) in Business Administration or related field.
• 7 to 10 years of progressive responsibility in management within the food processing industry, preferably the poultry business.
• Demonstrated financial understanding to include budgeting, staffing, and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and drive.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong oral and written communications skills and the ability to work in both individual and teamwork settings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, financial software, etc.

Foster Farms ACTION Guiding Principles

• Accountability: Deliver on commitments.
• Collaboration: Achieve more by working as a team.
• Truth-Seeking: Be open-minded and act with humility.
• Initiative: Be proactive and lead with a growth mindset.
• Ownership: Take responsibility for results.
• Nimble: Operate with speed and agility.

Why Join Foster Farms?

This is a high-impact opportunity to shape the mission and vision at a leading food company. You will play a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality food and great moments for millions of families.

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