Plant Manager

White & Clayton Recruitment; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Food & Beverage manufacturer seeks a Plant Manager in sunny Florida. You will oversee daily operations, ensure production efficiency, and uphold quality standards while leading a production team. Strong leadership in food safety and team management is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a management role within food or packaging manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of SQF certification and food safety regulations.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant operations to ensure efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Implement quality control procedures to uphold product standards.
• Train and mentor production staff for a positive work environment.

Skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in food science, Engineering, Business Management

Job description

White & Clayton Recruitment provided pay range

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Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $100,000.00/yr

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Position Summary

My client, a leading Food & Beverage manufacturer, are looking for a Plant Manager to join them in the Sunshine State. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations to ensure efficiency, uphold product quality, and effectively lead and manage the production team.

Monday to Friday 8am - 5pm

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily plant operations to ensure production efficiency, safety, and quality.
• Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand.
• Monitor production processes and adjust as necessary to optimize efficiency.
• Report daily key plant metrics to upper management with a focus on constantly improving plant KPIs
• Communicate efficiently with all departments in the company (upper management works remotely)
• Quality Assurance:
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations.
• Implement quality control procedures to uphold product standards.
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to identify and address any quality issues.
• Lead, train, and mentor production staff to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Provide feedback to team members.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the plant.
• Cost Management:
• Monitor production costs and implement measures to control expenses.
• Identify areas for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Reporting and Communication:
• Prepare and present reports on production metrics, quality issues, and operational improvements to senior management.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in food science, Engineering, Business Management, or related field preferred.
• Experience in food or packaging manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a management role.
• Strong knowledge of SQF certification and food safety regulations.
• Proven experience in leading teams and managing production operations.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• Work independently but also able to follow guidance from leadership.

This is an opportunity for a hands on leader to join an established business in ambient environment, you will look after a team of 26 and be reporting directly to the CEO. You will be required to confidently deliver the departmental success and improve as and where possible.

If you know of anyone that would suit the above role - [e-mail] $500 for any successfully placed referrals.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management

• Industries

  Food and Beverage Manufacturing

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