Plant Operations Lead: Safety, Efficiency & Growth

Integrated Proteins; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Integrated Proteins is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to support the Plant Manager in daily operations and leadership across production, maintenance, sanitation, quality, food safety, inventory, and workforce management. The role requires handling shifts and developing a highly skilled workforce to maintain safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to align production with customer requirements, drive continuous improvement, and ensure a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive manufacturing/production leadership experience.
• 3+ years supervisory experience leading production employees.
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and safety programs.
• Experience in fast-paced manufacturing with continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for daily plant operations.
• Oversee production schedules, safety, quality, and staffing priorities.
• Maintain OSHA, SQF, USDA/FSMA compliance and safety investigations.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Quality, HR, and Accounting to meet objectives.
• Recruit, train, and develop plant personnel.
• Oversee equipment and facilities maintenance and capital projects.

Skills

Leadership

Safety

Communication

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Front-end loader operation

Job description

Integrated Proteins is seeking an Assistant Plant Manager to support the Plant Manager in daily operations and leadership across production, maintenance, sanitation, quality, food safety, inventory, and workforce management. The role requires handling shifts and developing a highly skilled workforce to maintain safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with cross-functional teams to align production with customer requirements, drive continuous improvement, and ensure a