Foster Farms LLC

Plant Manager

Foster Farms LLC$130K — $171K *
Kelso, WA 98626In-Person
Food & Beverages
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related fields.
  • 10+ years of management experience in the food processing industry, preferably poultry.
  • Strong financial acumen including budgeting and cost analysis.
  • Demonstrated leadership and drive in team settings.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and financial software.

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall direction for production, distribution, and warehousing at the Kelso Plant.
  • Promote and ensure TEAM member safety initiatives and compliance.
  • Develop and monitor short- and long-term production goals to optimize cost and quality.
  • Guide product development and ensure adherence to quality assurance and regulatory standards.
  • Engage with various departments and stakeholders to foster collaboration and operational success.
  • Participate in capital planning, budgeting, and manpower development for business growth.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents.
  • Voluntary benefits including Group Hospital Indemnity and Short-Term Disability Insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent daycare expenses.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health support.
  • College tuition reimbursement for ongoing education.
  • 401(k) plan with company contribution up to 4%.
  • Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
Full Job Description
Plant Manager I

$130,925 - $171,037 with a 22% target bonus.

We offer our TEAM Members the following benefits:

  • Medical, dental, and vision health insurance for themselves and their eligible dependents.
  • Voluntary benefits such as Group Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Group Accident Coverage, Group Critical Illness Coverage, Individual Short-Term Disability Insurance, and Whole Life Insurance.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care FSA and Dependent Daycare FSA).
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • College tuition reimbursement.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with a Company-contribution of up to 4%.
  • Vacation, sick, holiday, funeral, and jury duty pay.


The primary objectives of this position are to provide overall direction for the Kelso Plant, including production, distribution, and warehousing functions. The position will include frequent contact with Live Production, Quality Control, Technical Services, Human Resources, Accounting, Commodities, Legal, USDA, industry associations, local government agencies, and selected customers.

Leadership:

  • Promote, Enable, Facilitate and Drive TEAM Member Safety.
  • Carries out management responsibilities in accordance with the Company's policies and applicable laws.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy to provide a harassment-free work environment
  • Maintains reliable work force and positive TEAM member relations
  • Maintains and builds management depth for existing business and growth
  • Promotes an environment and culture of engagement where all TEAM members feel respected, valued, and informed


Production:

  • Developing short-term and long-term goals for Production and monitor the results of cost and quality systems to ensure profit margins.
  • Apply leadership to develop personnel and systems that will place the manufacturing operation in an industry leading position in terms of cost and quality.
  • Provide direction to ensure that comprehensive TEAM member safety programs are aligned with Company's goals and values


Technical and Engineering:

  • Assist in product development, quality assurance, engineering systems and equipment to provide future profitability and growth as required by the Manufacturing Division.
  • Develop new products and process in conjunction with Marketing and USDA compliance with SSOP and HACCP programs.
  • Ensure quality programs and technical support to protect existing businesses.
  • Ensure engineering support for expansion and new methods.


Planning:

  • Participate with Operations Group in the total planning process, including capital requirements, budgeting, and manpower development for future growth of our business.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree (B.A./B.S.) in Business Administration or related fields.
  • 10+ years of progressively responsible management in the food processing industry, preferably in the poultry business.
  • Demonstrated financial understanding to include budgeting, staffing, and cost analysis.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills and drive.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Strong oral and written communications skills and the ability to work in both individual and teamwork settings.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, financial software, etc.


About Foster Farms LLC

Foster Farms is a family-owned company that produces a wide range of fresh and frozen chicken and turkey products. The company was founded in 1939 and is headquartered in Livingston, California. Foster Farms operates several processing plants and distribution centers throughout the United States. The company is committed to providing high-quality products and has implemented strict quality control measures to ensure the safety and freshness of its products. Foster Farms is also committed to sustainability and has implemented several initiatives to reduce its environmental impact.
Learn more about Foster Farms LLC
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1939

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