Plant Manager, Food Manufacturing: Growth & Benefits

Michael Page; Elmwood Park (IL); On-site; USD 160,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great benefits

401k match

Health, dental, and life insurance

Onsite work in Elmwood Park

Job summary

Michael Page seeks a Plant Manager for a food manufacturing facility in Elmwood Park, WI. You will lead production planning, quality control, safety, and team development to meet targets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities cover production scheduling, process improvements, staff supervision, and cost control. The role emphasizes lean practices, safety culture, and cross-functional collaboration with sales and logistics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., food science, engineering, business).
• Proven experience in food manufacturing with managerial responsibilities.
• Strong knowledge of food safety standards and regulations (e.g., FDA, HACCP).
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in using production management software.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate production schedules to meet customer demands and targets.
• Monitor production processes for efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Identify and implement process improvements to boost productivity and reduce costs.
• Recruit, train, and supervise plant staff including supervisors and operators.
• Foster a collaborative environment and develop employees.
• Maintain strict quality control standards and conduct inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Production management

Quality control

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

Bachelors degree in a relevant field

Tools

Production management software

Job description

Michael Page seeks a Plant Manager for a food manufacturing facility in Elmwood Park, WI. You will lead production planning, quality control, safety, and team development to meet targets while ensuring regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities cover production scheduling, process improvements, staff supervision, and cost control. The role emphasizes lean practices, safety culture, and cross-functional collaboration with sales and logistics.