Plant Manager, Meat Processing Operations

Jobvite, Inc.; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobvite, Inc. seeks an experienced Production Manager to lead a shift in our Iowa plant, directing supervisors to meet production volume, quality, and delivery targets.

You will enforce health and safety procedures, collaborate with management to address cost variances, and maintain detailed production records across departments. The role requires strong analytical and leadership skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of operation and industry.
• Previous management experience in meat processing preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities.
• Ability to multi-task and manage multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of production jobs and technical skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Excel.
• Effective written and verbal communications.
• Adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Organizational, mathematical, and statistical capabilities.
• Solid work ethic and leadership qualities.
• Team-oriented with leadership skills.
• College preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Direct management of production and supervisory staff for volume, quality, cost, and schedules.
• Ensure procedures promote health and welfare of employees in the department.
• Analyze operations with management to address cost standards and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain appropriate production records.
• Maintain good employee relations and adhere to labor contracts; apply disciplinary measures as needed.
• Utilize corporate scheduling and meet customer requirements.
• Collaborate with plant managers to set accountability and performance goals.
• Attend and schedule meetings; report to General Manager on late loads, shortages, overtime, etc.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Leadership

Team player

Multi-tasking

Communication

Organizational skills

Conflict management

Ownership mindset

Math/statistical skills

Education

College preferred but not required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Jobvite, Inc. seeks an experienced Production Manager to lead a shift in our Iowa plant, directing supervisors to meet production volume, quality, and delivery targets.

You will enforce health and safety procedures, collaborate with management to address cost variances, and maintain detailed production records across departments. The role requires strong analytical and leadership skills, ability to manage multiple tasks, and effective communication.