Plant Manager (Food Manufacturing)

Rosina Food Products, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading frozen food manufacturer is seeking a Plant Manager to oversee manufacturing operations in Buffalo, NY. The ideal candidate will drive continuous improvement in quality and efficiency, manage large teams, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, along with a supportive leadership culture in a family-owned company.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k)

Supportive leadership and development-focused culture

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of plant management or manufacturing leadership experience required.
• Proven experience managing large teams and leading through others.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-volume production environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily plant operations to meet production goals.
• Supervise and develop Shift Managers and Maintenance teams.
• Drive safety culture and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Cross-functional Leadership

GMP Understanding

HACCP Knowledge

Education

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

MBA

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About Rosina Food Products, Inc.

Rosina Food Products, Inc. is a leading frozen food manufacturer with a proud history of producing high-quality products for retail, foodservice, and industrial customers. We are seeking a Plant Facility Manager to oversee our manufacturing operations and drive continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and team performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily plant operations to meet production goals and quality standards
• Supervise and develop Shift Managers and Maintenance teams
• Drive safety culture and ensure OSHA, GMP, and food safety compliance
• Collaborate with QA, HR, Supply Chain, Engineering, and other functions to support operational success
• Oversee capital projects and facility improvements in partnership with the Senior Manager of Engineering
• Build a high-performance culture focused on KPIs, associate engagement, and continuous improvement
• Develop and manage the facility’s operating budget, resource planning, and cost controls
• Ensure maintenance programs, preventive measures, and contractor coordination are in place
• Champion employee development, training, and performance reviews
• Support product commercialization and manage transition into full-scale production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Operations, Business, Food Science, or related field required
• MBA preferred
• 7–10 years of plant management or manufacturing leadership experience (frozen food industry strongly preferred)
• Proven experience managing large teams and leading through others
• Excellent understanding of GMP, HACCP, and regulatory standards
• Strong budgeting, planning, and cross-functional leadership capabilities
• Comfortable in fast-paced, high-volume production environments

Why Join Rosina?

• Competitive pay $135K-$150K + Bonus Eligibility
• Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k)
• Supportive leadership and development-focused culture
• Opportunity to lead within a stable, family-owned company with a national brand presence

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Director
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Food and Beverage Manufacturing