Plant Controller

Socket.dev; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays and PTO

Employee discounts (Mountain House)

Pet insurance

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Oregon Freeze Dry, headquartered in Albany, Oregon, seeks a Plant Controller to join our Finance and Manufacturing teams. This role partners with plant leadership, delivering financial guidance, cost control, and data-driven insights to drive profitable growth and operational excellence.

You will bridge finance and operations across multiple locations. You will lead budgeting, forecasting, standard costing, and inventory valuation, while collaborating with Operations and Supply Chain on capital

Qualifications

• Six years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Four years of experience leading and managing teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for manufacturing operations across plant locations.
• Coordinate BOMs, routings, labor rates, and overhead allocations in ERP; analyze plant performance and present P&L statements and KPI dashboards.
• Maintain standard costing methodologies and inventory valuation processes for accurate reporting.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to evaluate capital investments and inform pricing and strategic decisions.
• Provide financial guidance and performance analysis to plant and department leaders; support audits and internal controls.

Skills

Cost accounting

Budgeting

Forecasting

GAAP

ERP systems

Excel

Financial analysis

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting/Finance/business administration

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Job description

Are you ready for your next adventure?

At Oregon Freeze Dry, innovation isn’t just a buzzword, it’s our foundation. We are a purpose-driven company with six decades of expertise in freeze-drying technology. Best known as the makers of Mountain House© meals, we are experts in advanced lyophilization solutions that can help people live healthier lives. Our headquarters in Albany, Oregon sits at the crossroads of science and nature, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes that fuel bold ideas and transformative breakthroughs. We're driven by a commitment to quality, creativity, and continuous improvement, and we're always looking ahead to what's next. We’re proud of our legacy, but our future is even more exciting. If you're passionate and ready to make an impact, Oregon Freeze Dry isn't just a place to work, it's where your adventure begins.

We are looking for a Plant Controller to join our Finance and Manufacturing teams. The Plant Controller is a key business partner to manufacturing leadership, providing financial guidance, operational insight, and data-driven recommendations that support profitable growth and operational excellence. This role bridges finance and operations, helping leaders understand business performance, identify opportunities, and make informed decisions that advance organizational goals.

You will get to:

• Lead budgeting, forecasting and financial planning for manufacturing operations across plant locations.
• Coordinate and maintain BOMs, routings, labor rates, and overhead allocations in the ERP system, incorporating operational input and ensuring accuracy of cost-related data. Analyze plant financial and operational performance, including product costing, labor efficiency, yield, scrap, overhead absorption, and manufacturing variances, identifying opportunities to improve profitability and operational effectiveness. Prepare and present plant-level P&L statements, variance analysis, and KPI dashboards.
• Maintain standard costing methodologies and inventory valuation processes, ensuring accurate financial reporting and decision support.
• Partner with Operations and Supply Chain to evaluate capital investments, support pricing decisions, and develop financial analyses that inform strategic business decisions.
• Serve as a finance business partner to plant and department leaders, providing financial guidance, operational insight, and performance analysis to support informed decision-making.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, R&D, Procurement, and Supply Chain teams to identify and implement productivity, cost reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversee plant-related financial reporting, month-end close activities, inventory accounting, and associated reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintain effective internal controls over inventory, costing, and manufacturing accounting processes, including physical inventories and cycle counts.
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, company policies, and audit requirements, supporting both internal and external audits as needed.
• Provide strategic and day-to-day leadership in the Finance & Accounting teams.
• Exhibit strong leadership, coaching and development to engage team members and build a cohesive team.
• Identify, recruit, and retain top-notch talent.
• Set performance standards and supports growth through delegation, continuous feedback, goal setting, and performance management.
• Foster an inclusive, safe and respectful work environment
• Champions OFD’s culture and empowers employees to take ownership of their learning and growth.
• Maintain transparent communication. Appropriately communicate organization information through department meetings, one-on-one meetings, email, and regular interpersonal communication.
• Provide oversight and direction to the team members in accordance with OFD’s policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate regular and reliable attendance on a full‑time basis.
• Exhibit professional behavior with internal and external business associates, representing the company positively and in alignment with policies and practices.
• Embody OFD’s cultural values and aligns daily actions with department and company culture.Provides strategic and day-to-day leadership in the Finance & Accounting teams.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Generally, a minimum of six (6) years of progressive accounting or finance experience in a manufacturing environment, with a bachelor’s degree in accounting, Finance, Business Administration or related field.

• Generally, a minimum of four (4) years of experience leading and managing teams.
• Food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or other manufacturing industry experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of cost accounting principles, including standard costing, inventory valuation, manufacturing variances, and overhead allocation.
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and operational performance analysis.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and the ability to leverage financial and operational data to support business decisions.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, data analysis, and reporting.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal controls related to manufacturing operations and inventory management.
• Ability to analyze financial and operational performance, identify trends, and provide actionable recommendations to improve profitability and efficiency.
• Strong project management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize multiple initiatives and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present financial information to both finance and non-finance audiences.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills, with the ability to effectively partner with plant leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated ability to influence without direct authority, challenge assumptions, and drive data driven process improvements Food manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), or other manufacturing industry experience preferred.

Thriving together: Your OFD Total Rewards and Benefits:

At Oregon Freeze Dry, we believe that our employees are the key to our success. That’s why we offer a competitive total rewards package aimed at supporting the health, financial security, and overall wellbeing of you and your family.

• Customize your healthcare coverage: including medical, dental, and vision options to fit your needs.
• Boost your savings: Choose an FSA or HSA for extra flexibility.
• Plan for your future: enroll into our 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting.
• Peace of mind: Life and disability insurance to keep you and your loved ones protected.
• Furry friends: Pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
• Recharge & Refresh: Enjoy paid company holidays, PTO and sick time
• Give back: join us in making a difference with community support opportunities.
• Score savings: Unlock exclusive employee discounts and special savings on Mountain House product.
• Spread the word: Earn bonuses for referring awesome new team members.

Oregon Freeze Dry is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. We value diversity and are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all employees.Qualified candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply and will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.