Plant Manager - Cooked

Foster Farms; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturing company is seeking a Mid-Senior level manager for their Fernando’s Plant. The role involves overseeing all manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, and developing production goals. Candidates should have extensive management experience in the food industry, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of management experience in food processing.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all manufacturing at the Fernando’s Plant.
• Develop short-term and long-term production goals.
• Ensure employee safety programs align with company goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-Solving

Analytical Skills

Education

B.S./B.A. in Business Management

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products available. Our commitment to excellence, honesty, quality, service, and our valued Team Members will shine through in everything we do.

Foster Farms is always looking for talented individuals to join the Foster Farms team. We offer the experience of a large organization; however, we operate like a family business. More than half of our job openings are filled by internal promotion, and we encourage Team Members to gain a variety of experiences across different functional groups.

Job Description

RANGE: $143,850 - $187,750

PURPOSE OF POSITION: Responsible for managing all manufacturing at the Fernando’s Plant, including maintenance, sanitation, and shipping and receiving to meet or exceed company goals and standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the company’s policies and applicable laws.
• Participate in the total planning process, including capital requirements, budgeting, and manpower development for future growth.
• Establish direction and targets for the Fernando’s Plant by developing short-term and long-term goals for production needs and monitor cost and quality systems to ensure profit margins.
• Apply leadership to develop personnel and systems that will make/keep the manufacturing operation an industry leader in cost and quality; support engineering for expansions and new methods.
• Ensure employee safety programs are aligned with company goals and values.
• Support the Technical Department and Engineering in product development, quality assurance, engineering systems, and equipment for future growth.
• Develop new products and processes in conjunction with Marketing and USDA compliance with SSOP and HACCP programs.
• Maintain reliable workforce and positive union relations, ensuring a harassment-free work environment.

Qualifications

• B.S./B.A. in Business Management or related field.
• 8-10 years of progressively responsible management experience in the food processing industry, preferably in frozen food/ready-to-eat facilities.
• Financial understanding including budgeting, staffing, and cost analysis.
• Proven record of promoting a safe work environment.
• Strong leadership skills and internal drive to succeed.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Ability to evaluate supervision and employee issues fairly and objectively.
• Ability to manage and adapt quickly to changing environments.
• Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and operational programs.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Foster Farms is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities, Females, Veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Participates in E-Verify during the hiring process at all locations for all new Team Members.

Additional Details

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Production

Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing