Plant Operations Leader – Lean, Safety & Quality

Butterball, LLC; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Butterball, LLC is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee plant-wide operations in Raeford, NC. You will prioritize team safety, food safety, quality, and financial impact while driving continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma principles.

You will provide strategic direction aligning the operations strategy with company goals and collaborate cross-functionally to maximize profitability. Leading a large, cross-functional team, you will develop KPIs, budgets, and capital plans,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field or equivalent.
• 12+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 5+ years of leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee plant operations and provide strategic direction to meet business goals.
• Lead HR activities including hiring, performance management, and development.
• Develop and implement KPIs, scorecards, and reporting aligned to company goals.
• Manage budget and capital planning for the function.
• Ensure safety, quality, and regulatory compliance across operations.

Skills

Leadership experience

Manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field or equivalent

Job description

Butterball, LLC is seeking a senior operations leader to oversee plant-wide operations in Raeford, NC. You will prioritize team safety, food safety, quality, and financial impact while driving continuous improvement through Lean and Six Sigma principles.

You will provide strategic direction aligning the operations strategy with company goals and collaborate cross-functionally to maximize profitability. Leading a large, cross-functional team, you will develop KPIs, budgets, and capital plans,