Plant Manager - Manufacturing

Flowers Bakeries; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 173,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Leadership training

Paid vacation & parental leave

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. in Houston, TX is seeking a Plant Manager to lead the manufacturing facility, ensuring product quality, safety, and reliable output. The role requires strategic leadership, operational discipline, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Qualified candidates will have 5–7 years of plant management in a CPG environment and a relevant degree in operations/engineering or supply chain. You will manage production, engineering, distribution, cost control, and safety compliance to

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of plant management experience in a consumer packaged goods environment.
• Degree in Operations, Engineering, or Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Strong leadership, safety, quality, and cost-control capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead production, engineering, and distribution to meet product quality and output targets.
• Ensure a safe and healthy work environment with strict compliance to regulations.
• Develop and oversee budgets, schedules, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coach and develop site operations teams to drive performance and engagement.
• Analyze variances and implement cost-reduction and productivity improvements.
• Maintain SOPs and ensure adherence to Flowers corporate initiatives.

Skills

Plant management

CPG manufacturing

Operations leadership

Education

Operations/Engineering/Supply Chain Management degree

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

This position is responsible for all activities that occur within the manufacturing facility. The Plant Manager is responsible for managing the short term and long-term operations of his/her plant to ensure that the plant delivers on the expected product quality and output.

The role requires a leader who has the vision, energy, and passion for Supply Chain operations to see opportunities and inspire others to exceed results by motivating, attracting, and retaining top talent, including developing others in the plants into positions with greater responsibility.

Position requires demonstration of competency for all on-the-job activities that may have a direct or indirect effect on product safety, legality and/or quality.

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment by enforcing company policies, standards, and procedures and complying with all legal and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the achievement of a zero-injury workplace by ensuring safe work conditions for team members and compliance with all state and federal regulations on environmental, health and safety issues.
• Responsible for all aspects of operations and achieving key performance measurements related to personnel safety, quality and food safety, service, and cost, while continually improving process reliability and performance.
• Develop and execute programs for the plant site to increase productivity through continuous improvement initiatives
• Responsible for Plant financial P&L performance, directs, manages, and monitors the overall plant operations with general responsibilities for production, engineering, distribution, and other production-related activities.
• Analyze manufacturing variances of ingredient- materials- and labor usage and works with management team to implement strategies to reduce them.
• Oversee the preparation of operational schedules and manufacturing activities to ensure that production and quality of products meet specifications.
• Control costs of material, direct/indirect labor, and equipment in accordance to outlined budget, and eliminate waste in the plant (e.g., scrap, downtime, changeovers, shortage, etc.)
• Manage day-to-day local planning adjustments and execution of the central plan, primarily focusing on production scheduling.
• Supervise engineering on-site design and supporting construction, operation, improvement and maintenance of manufacturing assets, technologies, and processes.
• Within scope of responsibility, ensures that appropriate standard operating procedures (SOPs) are followed and maintained for all functions at the plant.
• Understand, coach and teach the principles of Flowers corporate initiatives including BOF implementation, ERP+ and operational discipline.
• Build an organization that is customer focused, flexible, and has a strong business acumen.
• Develop a collaborative and engaged workforce through the adoption of consistent and fair policies, effective communication and an environment of openness and two-way communication with all team members.
• Partner with the Human Resources Department to develop a succession plan while supporting policy development, employee development, employee engagement and retention
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures (EEO, Sexual Harassment, Sarbanes - Oxley, Safety, etc.)
• Perform other duties deemed by management to be an integral part of the position, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies and procedures.

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years' plant management experience in a CPG manufacturing environment.

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• Operations/Engineering/Supply Chain Management relevant degree.

Salary Range- 173,000-195,000

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent total rewards package.

EEO Statement

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

If you need assistance with submitting your resume due to a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Christi Felps at [e-mail] or(1) 210 6612361.