Plant Manager

Futures; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Career growth opportunities

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

A leading food & beverage manufacturer in the United States seeks a Plant Manager to oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with food safety regulations, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The role requires strong leadership skills along with experience in the food & beverage industry. Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulatory compliance.
• Proven track record of improving plant performance.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to teams.
• Ensure compliance with food safety regulations.
• Drive safety culture and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Change Management

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or related field

Job description

Executive Headhunter @ Futures | Meat & Dairy Manufacturing (USA)

Position Overview

The Plant Manager will oversee all daily operations of the manufacturing facility, ensuring safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity targets are consistently met. This individual will be responsible for driving continuous improvement, building a strong team culture, and ensuring compliance with food safety, regulatory, and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction to production, maintenance, quality, and warehouse teams.
• Ensure compliance with all food safety regulations (FDA, USDA, SQF, GMP, HACCP) and company policies.
• Drive a strong safety culture, ensuring adherence to OSHA standards and safe work practices.
• Develop and implement strategies to achieve production targets, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs, analyze performance trends, and implement corrective actions where needed.
• Lead and mentor department managers/supervisors to build a high-performing, engaged workforce.
• Manage plant budget, capital projects, and cost control initiatives.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to maintain high standards of product quality and consistency.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma practices.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Operations Management, or related field (preferred).
• 7+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a plant management role (food & beverage industry strongly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards, regulatory compliance, and quality systems.
• Proven track record of improving plant performance and driving efficiency initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to manage budgets, capital projects, and cost controls.

What They Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus.
• Career growth opportunities within a leading food & beverage manufacturer.
• A dynamic, team-oriented culture focused on innovation and excellence.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Services, Food and Beverage Manufacturing, and Wholesale Food and Beverage