Plant Manager

Cooke Aquaculture Inc.; Machiasport (ME); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cooke Aquaculture Inc. is seeking a capable operations manager at our Maine plant to oversee daily production, safety, quality and shipping, ensuring KPI targets are met.

You will lead engineering/production staff, develop processes, and build a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and strong teamwork.

Join a full-time, year-round role offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities to advance in a global seafood company.

Formación

• Proven managerial experience in engineering or food processing.
• Strong knowledge of safety, quality and productivity.
• Ability to create accountability and lead by example.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee daily operations related to production, policies and procedures.
• Monitor and focus on KPI performance and continuous improvement.
• Develop processes to maximize safety, quality and productivity.
• Plan, organize and direct day-to-day operations to meet customer expectations.
• Responsible for product output, quality and on-time shipping.
• Implement strategies and provide clear direction to staff.
• Build trust, recruit, manage and develop staff.
• Collect and analyze data to identify areas for improvement.
• Commit to health and safety initiatives.

Conocimientos

People leadership

Operations management

Process improvement

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Data analysis

Team building

Educación

Engineering or Food Processing degree

Herramientas

ERP systems

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Any Maine Location, ME, US

Job Description

Cooke is a global seafood company with operations in North America, Europe, South America and Australia. Our company’s success is driven by our dynamic, highly skilled, and innovative management team, supported by dedicated employees who live in coastal communities and contribute to the local area’s economy and sense of community.

Main Functions:

Oversee Management staff, production employees and production to ensure the plant is running smoothly, efficiently and safely while meeting KPI's.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Oversee daily operations as it relates to production, policies and procedures.
• Monitor and focus on the FPI's.
• Develop processes to maximize stewardship, safety, quality and productivity.
• Plan, organize and direct optimum day to day operations to meet customer expectations.
• Responsible for product output, quality and on time shipping.
• Implement strategies and provide a clear sense of direction and focus.
• Build a trusting relationship with workgroup, recruit, manage and develop staff.
• Collect and analyze data to identify areas of improvement.
• Commit to and enforce Health and Safety.

Requirements:

• Proven Managerial Experience-Engineering or Food Processing.
• Knowledge of business and management principles.
• Knowledge of safety, quality and productivity.
• Create accountability and lead by example.
• Technical proficiency in software applications used by the company, including operational and management tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with team members, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills, with experience in team building, conflict resolution, and goal setting.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on finding practical and efficient solutions.
• A combination of relevant education and experience will be considered.

Join our team and enjoy the benefits of full-time year-round employment with competitive rates and a comprehensive benefits package tailored to support your well-being and career growth.

The Why

Why Cooke? Simple - because we are a company that rewards initiative, resourcefulness, and work ethic. We will champion your growth and provide you with the platform to create your path, your career, and your future.