Plant Manager - APC

lgi; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

APC is seeking a seasoned Plant Operations Leader to manage daily manufacturing activities, drive safe and efficient production, and guide teams to deliver high-quality products. The role emphasizes strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration across sales, engineering, HR, and quality functions.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in process manufacturing, a track record of managing production schedules, and a commitment to food safety and quality standards within a 24/7

Qualifications

• Eight years of experience in a process manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of five years leadership/management experience.
• Food or feed industry experience preferred.
• Bilingual candidate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the production schedule for the plant and lead daily production meetings.
• Coordinate daily production with other departments to meet customer/timeframe goals.
• Develop, implement and maintain plant policies and procedures.
• Oversee procurement of materials and ensure timely supply to meet production needs.
• Interact with sales, customer service, engineering, HR, quality, and safety teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure maintenance of production equipment and food safety/quality policies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Bilingual

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/management/science/engineering or related field

Job description

APC is the world's largest producer of functional proteins, dedicated to producing safe and effective products that create value. We do this by holding true to our values: Performance, Entrepreneurship and Leadership.

The purpose of this position is to manage daily operations of the manufacturing plant, lead and guide APC team members through safe, efficient and effective operations while producing safe and effective products.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education : 4-year college degree in business, management, science, engineering, industrial technology, or related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and substantial leadership-level experience in the relevant field will also be considered.
• Experience : Eight years of experience with process manufacturing environment required. Minimum of five years leadership/management experience required. Food or feed industry experience preferred. Process experience in liquid, chemical, powder or similar industries is preferred.
• Bilingual Candidate Preferred

JOB DUTIES:

Plant Operation Duties :

• Manage the production schedule for the plant, lead plant production meetings, coordinate daily production within the plant and with other departments and functions of the organization.
• Communicates regularly with personnel across the organization regarding plant operations.
• Plan current and future projects and follow up on completed projects.
• Develops, implements, and maintains policies and procedures related to plant operations.
• Directs and approves purchasing of appropriate materials/supplies in a timely manner to achieve customer and/or company timeframes.
• Professionally interacts and collaborates with sales, customer service, engineering, human resources, quality and safety.
• Ensures spare parts are stocked, production equipment/machinery is properly maintained, repaired, or replaced as necessary to maintain smooth daily plant operations.
• Ensures company's food safety and quality policies are being followed.

Management Duties :

• Manage assigned personnel in performance of their duties including, but not limited to, interviewing, hiring, training, evaluation, scheduling work activities, discipline and discharge.
• Establish and monitor individual and team goals with are aligned with the Organization's business strategies and objectives.
• Develops bench strength through training and succession planning efforts.
• Controls allocation and use of personnel to ensure fulfillment of production schedules in a cost-effective manner.
• Provides a leadership role in the integration of efforts throughout the plant promoting a positive work atmosphere, and employee engagement.
• Conducts regular scheduled safety training to provide a safe working environment, including the application and implementation of new equipment/machinery.
• Conducts regular scheduled departmental meetings enhancing communication throughout the plant.
• Ensures adherence to all established company policies and procedures through specialized training of supervisors.
• Ensures that standard operating procedures are developed, accurate and utilized for plant processes.
• Product quality and plant sanitation champion. Encourages and mentors team to achieve high performance and ratings in certifying Safe Food/Safe Feed programs.
• Continuous improvement champion and problem solver through formal and informal programs within the local facility.
• Understand and follow company food safety and quality policies.
• Responsible for overseeing Food Defense program.
• Ensures team is following third party program (SQF or SF/SF) requirements.

Administrative Duties :

• Analyzes, develops, and prepares the plant operating expense budget, monitoring and investigating discrepancies as situations arise.
• Prepares weekly reports for review by senior management.
• Ensures compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations and requirements, as required, including environmental.
• Promotes a positive image of APC, Inc. through community involvement.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must live within 45 minutes of the plant.
• Must manage and oversee a manufacturing facility that operates 24 hours daily, 7 days per week.
• Specific knowledge and first-hand experience with industrial production processes in an edible or non-edible food processing plant.
• Ability to monitor the production processes, make necessary adjustments in scheduling and/or improve production methods/techniques to achieve company goals.
• Knowledge and ability to implement and ensure adherence to all safety techniques and procedures related to plant operations.
• Knowledge and ability to analyze, forecast, and plan production objectives.
• Ability to hire, train and evaluate personnel ensuring a competent work force to meet production objectives in a cost-effective manner. This will include goal setting and measurement of performance.
• Ability to develop and implement standard policies and procedures to maintain consistent daily plant operations, including standard operating procedures (S.O.P's).