Plant Manager B - Milk

Safeway; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages paid weekly

Access to up to 50% of earned wages

Associate discounts

Health and financial well-being for 1

Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay

Leaders invested in training

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Denver, CO, is seeking a Plant Manager to provide strategic and operational leadership for safe, efficient, and profitable manufacturing.

Lead cross‑functional teams, drive continuous improvement, ensure quality and regulatory compliance, manage budgets, and collaborate with Supply Chain, Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to deliver sustainable results.

Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of increasing levels of responsibility in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 plus years’ experience with implementing Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Strong leadership background – ability to direct a diverse unionized workforce.
• Financial/budget management experience.
• Capital project development, cost estimation, and management skills.
• Proven negotiation, management, interpersonal, coaching, and team building skills.
• Managing for Results/ Development skills.
• Production Engineering knowledge.
• Ability to interface with regulatory agencies.
• Exceptional verbal/written communication.
• Ability to manage and develop employees.
• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all plant operations to ensure safe, efficient, and productive manufacturing performance aligned with company objectives.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and data-driven decision‑making.
• Develop and lead high‑performing teams by fostering employee engagement, accountability, collaboration, and professional development.
• Ensure product quality and food safety compliance by maintaining rigorous quality standards and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Oversee resource utilization and production plans to maximize efficiency, meet customer demand, and minimize waste.
• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with safety policies, conducting audits, and driving proactive risk management.
• Manage plant financial performance through budget oversight, cost‑control initiatives, and efficient allocation of resources.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Supply Chain, Logistics, Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to achieve operational goals.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, productivity, cost, service, and employee engagement.
• Provide strategic leadership and problem‑solving to address operational challenges, support business growth, and drive sustainable results.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Budget management

Negotiation

Communication

Team building

Production Engineering knowledge

Regulatory interfacing

MS Office skills

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Why choose us?

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join us for an exciting opportunity at Albertsons Companies, where innovation and customer service go hand-in-hand! At Albertsons Companies, we are looking for someone who’s not just seeking a job, but someone who wants to make an impact. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to lead, innovate, and contribute to the growth of a company that values great service and lasting customer relationships. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that’s constantly evolving.

Main Responsibilities

The Plant Manager will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the safe, efficient, and profitable performance of the plant while delivering quality products and developing a high-performing team.

This position is located in Denver, CO.

• Lead and manage all plant operations to ensure safe, efficient, and productive manufacturing performance aligned with company objectives.
• Drive operational excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, process optimization, and data-driven decision‑making.
• Develop and lead high‑performing teams by fostering employee engagement, accountability, collaboration, and professional development.
• Ensure product quality and food safety compliance by maintaining rigorous quality standards and adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Oversee resource utilization and production plans to maximize efficiency, meet customer demand, and minimize waste.
• Promote a culture of safety by ensuring compliance with safety policies, conducting audits, and driving proactive risk management.
• Manage plant financial performance through budget oversight, cost‑control initiatives, and efficient allocation of resources.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Supply Chain, Logistics, Maintenance, Quality, and other departments to achieve operational goals.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, productivity, cost, service, and employee engagement.
• Provide strategic leadership and problem‑solving to address operational challenges, support business growth, and drive sustainable results.

We Are Looking For Candidates Who Possess The Following

All other duties as assigned. We believe the successful candidate has these qualifications and experience:

• 7 to 10 years of increasing levels of responsibility in a manufacturing environment.
• 3 plus years’ experience with implementing Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Strong leadership background – ability to direct a diverse unionized workforce.
• Financial/budget management experience.
• Capital project development, cost estimation, and management skills.
• Proven negotiation, management, interpersonal, coaching, and team building skills.
• Managing for Results/ Development skills
• Production Engineering knowledge.
• Ability to interface with regulatory agencies.
• Exceptional verbal/written communication.
• Ability to manage and develop employees.
• Strong skills Working knowledge of MS applications including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, - PowerPoint and ability to grasp additional business‑related applications.

We Also Provide a Variety Of Benefits Including

• Competitive wages paid weekly
• Access to up to 50% of your earned wages before payday, via our partnership with Stream
• Associate discounts
• Health and financial well-being benefits for eligible associates (Medical, Dental, 401k and more!)
• Time off (vacation, holidays, sick pay). For eligibility requirements please visit myACI Benefits
• Leaders invested in your training, career growth and development
• An inclusive work environment with talented colleagues who reflect the communities we serve

Our Values –

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