Plant Operations Manager - Food and Beverage (PNW, Relocation Support)

iRiS Recruiting Solutions; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a Plant Operations Manager for a food manufacturing company in Washington State. This role involves leading production operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in food manufacturing and a proven track record of managing production teams. Relocation assistance is provided for candidates willing to move to a Pacific Northwest coastal community.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing.
• History of managing multiple supervisors and large production teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong floor presence with a balance of people focus and process discipline.
• Experience supporting audits, safety initiatives, and performance routines.

Responsibilities

• Direct and develop front-line leadership to achieve daily production, quality, and safety goals.
• Partner cross-functionally with teams to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement.
• Champion consistent communication through tier meetings and visual management.
• Maintain strong compliance with internal and external audits.
• Foster a culture that values accountability and teamwork.
• Identify and execute process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Leadership experience in food, beverage, or CPG manufacturing

Managing multiple supervisors and large production teams

Strong floor presence

Experience with audits and safety initiatives

Union experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

A leading recruiting firm is seeking a Plant Operations Manager for a food manufacturing company in Washington State. This role involves leading production operations, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance. The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in food manufacturing and a proven track record of managing production teams. Relocation assistance is provided for candidates willing to move to a Pacific Northwest coastal community.