Senior Food Processing Operations Manager

Foster Farms; Fresno (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Foster Farms in Fresno, CA seeks a seasoned Production/Operations leader to drive cost efficiency, quality, and safety across the manufacturing organization.

The role demands 10+ years of management in food processing, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership, with the ability to build depth and engage employees across teams. This position offers leadership opportunities, competitive compensation, and a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible management in food processing.
• Demonstrated budgeting and cost analysis capabilities.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and financial software.
• Excellent oral and written communication in team settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to meet cost and quality margins in production.
• Develop personnel and systems to achieve industry leading cost and quality.
• Ensure safety programs align with company goals and values.
• Assist in product development and quality assurance with Marketing and USDA compliance.
• Participate in planning including capital requirements, budgeting and manpower.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team work

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Financial software

Job description

Foster Farms in Fresno, CA seeks a seasoned Production/Operations leader to drive cost efficiency, quality, and safety across the manufacturing organization.

The role demands 10+ years of management in food processing, strong financial acumen, and proven leadership, with the ability to build depth and engage employees across teams. This position offers leadership opportunities, competitive compensation, and a collaborative environment.