Plant Operations Manager - Pet Food Manufacturing

United Petfood Group; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

United Petfood is seeking an Operations Manager for our Mishawaka, IN facility. The role oversees all plant operations, including production, packaging, scheduling, and inventory, with a focus on cost-efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement.

The position reports to the Director of Plant Operations and requires a bachelor’s degree and at least eight years of direct manufacturing management experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in management, engineering, technology or science.
• Minimun of 8 years of direct management and supervisory experience in a manufacturing plant.
• Food industry experience is a plus; pet food experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate plant activities with department managers to achieve production objectives efficiently and cost-effectively.
• Establish and monitor plant performance against production standards.
• Develop supervisory staff and nurture an empowered team environment.
• Work with Materials Manager to meet and exceed case fill and customer metrics.
• Plan resources and activities to align with company objectives and targets.
• Provide leadership and training to production supervisors and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Plant operations

Budget management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in management, engineering, technology or science

Job description

United Petfood is seeking an Operations Manager for our Mishawaka, IN facility. The role oversees all plant operations, including production, packaging, scheduling, and inventory, with a focus on cost-efficient manufacturing and continuous improvement.

The position reports to the Director of Plant Operations and requires a bachelor’s degree and at least eight years of direct manufacturing management experience.