Plant Manager, Food Manufacturing & Safety

Balchem Corporation; Albert Lea (MN); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Balchem Corporation is seeking a Plant Manager for its Albert Lea, MN facility. You will lead operational, safety, quality, and financial performance, driving continuous improvement in a regulated food-manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include setting site strategy, overseeing multiple departments, coaching leadership teams, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, and quality standards. This on-site role demands strong results orientation and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Food Science, Manufacturing, or related field.
• 5-10+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience.
• Experience in food-regulated environments with strong safety initiatives.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex manufacturing departments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across multiple plants and teams.
• Lead site safety, regulatory compliance, and quality programs.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and execute strategies for production, quality, cost, and service.
• Mentor leadership teams and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Safety leadership

Food safety knowledge

Operational leadership

Financial acumen

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

Job description

Balchem Corporation is seeking a Plant Manager for its Albert Lea, MN facility. You will lead operational, safety, quality, and financial performance, driving continuous improvement in a regulated food-manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include setting site strategy, overseeing multiple departments, coaching leadership teams, and ensuring compliance with OSHA, EPA, PSM, and quality standards. This on-site role demands strong results orientation and cross-functional collaboration.