Plant Operations Leader — Drive Safety & Efficiency

Butterball, LLC; Mount Olive (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball, LLC in Mount Olive, NC seeks a seasoned plant leader to guide production and manufacturing operations, directing teams, HR activities, and strategic initiatives to achieve on-time delivery, cost control, safety, and quality. The role emphasizes developing and enforcing policies, procedures, and continuous improvement across the plant.

The candidate will partner with leadership to ensure equipment readiness, optimize schedules, and lead cost-reduction efforts while upholding

Qualifications

• Highschool diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 6+ years of relevant experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role.
• 2+ years of leadership experience or the knowledge, skills, and abilities to succeed in the role.

Responsibilities

• Manages a team of entry to established level individual contributors and/or supervisors. Provides guidance, coaching, and support to ensure successful delivery of department goals. Responsible for HR activities such as hiring, terminations, performance management, goal setting, team member development, scheduling, etc.
• Responsible for ensuring all operations comply with all regulations, company policies, quality standards, and contractual obligations while maximizing yields with minimal costs.
• Confers with leadership to develop action plans to ensure equipment availability for production and to plan short and mid-term strategies for the plant.
• Seeks opportunities for cost reduction projects. Collaborates to optimize scheduled attainment and customer service.
• Evaluates production reports to ensure achievement of quality, financial, and safety goals. Develops action plans to address opportunities and maintain success.
• Observes talent base and promotes opportunities for management to upgrade skills through training, education, and project participation.
• Oversees programs that ensure the safety and health of our team members.
• Manages overall operating budget in line with current business plan.
• Participates in safety audits, accident investigations, and other safety related activities as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Resource management

Project management

Strategic planning

Process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Butterball, LLC in Mount Olive, NC seeks a seasoned plant leader to guide production and manufacturing operations, directing teams, HR activities, and strategic initiatives to achieve on-time delivery, cost control, safety, and quality. The role emphasizes developing and enforcing policies, procedures, and continuous improvement across the plant.

The candidate will partner with leadership to ensure equipment readiness, optimize schedules, and lead cost-reduction efforts while upholding