Plant Manager - Food Manufacturing (Rotational)

ASR Group (old); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 119,000 - 221,000; Full time

Job summary

ASR Group in Chicago, IL, invites applications for a Plant Manager to lead two facilities in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner. The role focuses on packaging, maintenance, utilities, engineering and quality, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and cost discipline.

You will drive manufacturing strategy, oversee budgets, and mentor a 20+ person team while coordinating with regulatory agencies and senior leadership.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years’ experience in food manufacturing or processing industry
• 3–5 years’ experience in a management role overseeing multiple functions and disciplines
• Experience with project management/execution
• Strong knowledge of packaging and food processing systems
• Experience driving continuous improvement projects
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills; able to lead and develop people
• Strong planning, analytical and organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Oversees and champions an effective safety program to achieve zero injuries and continuous improvement to safety attitudes and behaviors
• Promotes quality and adherence to Food Safety Standards and Good Manufacturing Practices
• Directs, plans and organizes all manufacturing operations including packaging, maintenance, utilities, engineering and quality
• Ensures productivity and efficiency meet key business objectives with high service standards
• Operates within environmental standards and maintains regulatory relationships
• Implements manufacturing strategies and capital plans to support growth and initiatives
• Establishes accountability across departments for problem solving and cost reduction
• Improves manpower utilization and training levels across operations
• Develops and oversees operating budgets; manages spending against budget
• Maintains positive employee relations and collaborative culture
• Manages community relations and regulatory initiatives affecting the site
• Supports new product development and sales initiatives
• Maintains food safety, authenticity, legality and quality; reports risks when needed

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Continuous Improvement

Communication

Analytical Skills

SAP

MS Office

Team Leadership

Packaging Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/operations/business

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

ASR Group in Chicago, IL, invites applications for a Plant Manager to lead two facilities in a safe, efficient, and compliant manner. The role focuses on packaging, maintenance, utilities, engineering and quality, with a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and cost discipline.

You will drive manufacturing strategy, oversee budgets, and mentor a 20+ person team while coordinating with regulatory agencies and senior leadership.