Plant Manager

Staff Management | SMX; Clarkesville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / Dental Insurance

Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options

Job summary

Staff Management | SMX is seeking an experienced Plant Manager for a full-time role in Clarkesville, Georgia. This position involves leading operations within a food production environment, ensuring safety compliance, and optimizing efficiency.

The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of leadership experience in food manufacturing, with responsibilities that include overseeing operations and driving the development of high-performing teams. A competitive salary range of $120,000 to $135,000 is offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing operations.
• 3+ years in a Plant Manager or similar leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations including production and quality.
• Lead and develop team members for continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations.

Skills

Leadership in food manufacturing

Food safety systems (SQF)

Operational performance

Collaboration with cross-functional teams

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our team in a full-time, direct-hire, day role within a dynamic food production environment. This position is responsible for leading and optimizing daily plant operations, ensuring food safety compliance, and driving efficiency while building and developing high-performing teams. This role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $135,000, depending on experience.

Employment Type & Shifts

• Full Time
• Direct Hire
• 1st Shift

Benefits

• Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
• Medical / Dental Insurance
• $57.69/Hr - $64.90/Hr

Job Responsibilities

• Oversee all plant operations, including production, quality, safety, and maintenance.
• Lead and develop team members while driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements (SQF or equivalent).
• Support the commercialization and successful launch of new food products.
• Optimize production processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase output.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, QA, and supply chain teams.
• Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives.
• Opportunity to lead a key manufacturing facility.
• Work in a fast-paced, innovative food production environment.
• Make a direct impact on product quality and operational success.

Essential Qualifications

• 7+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing operations.
• 3+ years in a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, or similar leadership role.
• Experience implementing and maintaining SQF or equivalent food safety systems.
• Proven experience supporting the commercialization of new food products.
• Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive operational performance.
• Able to lift 50 pounds.
• Drug test required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Staff Management | SMX is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at [e-mail] or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability-related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.