Plant Manager

Cameron Smith & Associates, Inc.; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the CPG sector is looking for a Plant Manager to oversee manufacturing operations in Elk Grove Village, IL. The role involves managing production schedules, ensuring safety compliance, and improving operational efficiency. Ideal candidates will have a background in food manufacturing and strong leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing.
• Knowledge of GFSI/SQF/BRC standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations such as budget, production schedule and stock.
• Maintain clean and safe workplace.
• Analyze production costs and inventory.

Skills

Bilingual: English and Spanish

Strong communication

Management

Supervisory skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Summary:

Our CPG Client is seeking a Plant Manager toplay a key role in leading the manufacturing, quality and safety of their production facility located in Elk Grove Village, IL

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee plant operations such as budget, production schedule and stock
• Maintain clean and safe workplace
• Analyze production costs and inventory to establish areas for improvements
• Ensure adherence to rules and workplace policies
• Examine processes and design plans to effectively use available resources

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant field (preferred)
• Bilingual: English and Spanish (required)
• 5+ years of experience in food manufacturing
• Knowledge of GFSI/SQF/BRC standards
• Experience in plant management and manufacturing operations
• Strong communication, management and supervisory skills

The ideal candidate will have experience managing both a production facility and a team. They should be able to analyze each step of the manufacturing process and make effective use of resources to deliver desired outcomes. The candidate will also have an ability to follow safety and compliance guidelines diligently in order to create a healthy work environment for all employees.