Plant Operations Leader — Food Production & Safety

Ever Fresh Fruit Co; Kentucky; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ever Fresh Fruit Company in Kentucky is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager to lead daily production, maintenance, and planning across a busy facility. You will drive safety, quality, and efficiency while mentoring supervisors and coordinating with finance and HR to meet annual goals.

Responsibilities include optimizing throughput, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with ISO/SQF or applicable standards, while fostering a positive, performance-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; 10+ years in food production/plant operations.
• Strong leadership and communication; ability to mentor staff.
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and manufacturing safety requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily plant production, maintenance and planning.
• Drive safety, quality and productivity improvements.
• Lead hiring, training and development of staff; manage budgets and P&L.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Operations management

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Ever Fresh Fruit Company in Kentucky is seeking a seasoned Plant Manager to lead daily production, maintenance, and planning across a busy facility. You will drive safety, quality, and efficiency while mentoring supervisors and coordinating with finance and HR to meet annual goals.

Responsibilities include optimizing throughput, reducing downtime, and ensuring compliance with ISO/SQF or applicable standards, while fostering a positive, performance-driven culture.