Soybean Crush Plant Manager

Perdue Farms, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 101,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Rx

401(k) with employer match

Disability protection

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Perdue AgriBusiness, part of Perdue Farms, Inc., seeks a Plant Manager for Soy Crushing to lead operations, safety, and continuous improvement across the facility. You will drive production efficiency, quality, and financial results while building high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least 15 years of experience, with MBA preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Management, Business or Engineering required.
• 15 years of experience required.
• Understanding manufacturing technologies.
• Understanding safety programs and requirements.
• Understanding environmental programs and requirements.
• Understanding standard software applications.
• Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop associates to meet facility needs.
• Lead safety programs to ensure safe conditions and compliance with requirements.
• Lead environmental programs to ensure compliance with requirements.
• Manage production operations for maximum equipment and personnel utilization.
• Manage product quality to meet customer specifications.
• Oversee routine and preventative maintenance for efficiency.
• Manage all capital expenditures for maintenance and engineering.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Manufacturing tech

Safety programs

Environmental programs

Software applications

15 years experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture/Management/Business/Engineering

MBA preferred

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Perdue AgriBusiness is an international agricultural products and services company that handles agricultural commodities and a diverse portfolio of products and businesses. It is part of Perdue Farms, a fourth-generation, family-owned food and agricultural business deeply rooted in tradition yet with a forward-thinking mindset. We believe that success starts with our people, and our culture is built on a foundation of teamwork, integrity, and respect, where every voice matters and everyone is encouraged to contribute to our shared goals. We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve. From promoting growth and development to prioritizing work-life balance, we’re committed to helping our team members thrive. That's Perdue.

Summary

Lead a critical operation that drives production performance and profitability across our soybean crushing facility. As the Plant Manager of Soy Crushing, you will oversee all aspects of plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable processing while meeting quality and production goals. You will guide teams, optimize processes, and partner across functions to deliver strong operational and financial results. This role is ideal for a strategic, hands-on leader who excels at building high performing teams, improving plant performance, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment.

The salary range for this position is $101,000 - $190,000 per year, based on experience (variable depending on experience). In addition to the base salary, Perdue offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/Rx, 401(k) with employer match after 1 year, critical illness, accident insurance, dental, vision, life insurance, optional group life insurance, short-term and long-term disability protection, flexible spending accounts and paid time off.

Principal Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate and develop associates to meet the needs of the facility.

• Lead safety programs to ensure safe working conditions for all associates and compliance with all local, state and federal requirements.

• Lead environmental programs to ensure compliance with all local, state and federal requirements.

• Manage production operations to ensure maximum equipment and personnel utilization.

• Manage product quality to ensure customer requirements and specifications are attained.

• Manage routine and preventative maintenance programs for production operations to ensure efficient operation.

• Manage all capital expenditures for maintenance and engineering requirements.

• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Management, Business or Engineering.

• 15 years of experience.

• Understanding manufacturing technologies.

• Understanding of safety programs and requirements.

• Understanding of environmental programs and requirements.

• Understanding of standard software applications.

• Strong communication, analytical and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Education and Experience

• MBA Preferred.

Physical Requirements and Environmental Factors

• Able to move freely throughout the Division facilities to include climbing vertical heights (0 - 150'), exposure to extreme temperatures (0-100).

• Degrees Fahrenheit), humidity, (0 - 100%), noise (50db to 100db – hearing protection required) and chemicals (MSDS sheets available).

• Required to travel to remote Division facilities.

Perdue Farms Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.