7-10+ years of plant or operations management experience
Background in food production, packaging, or regulated manufacturing
Experience in high-mix, high-volume environments with short lead times
Strong working knowledge of throughput and capacity management
Proven leadership ability in execution-driven settings
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Familiarity with food safety standards (GMP, FDA, HACCP preferred)
Responsibilities
Lead all daily plant operations across production, fulfillment, and shipping
Drive execution to meet aggressive ship dates in a high-volume environment
Maintain visibility across all orders and proactively ensure on-time delivery
Improve output by identifying and resolving bottlenecks
Drive labor efficiency within budget expectations
Implement process improvements to enhance throughput
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match
Opportunity to lead a mission-critical operation
Culture focused on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement
Full Job Description
Plant Manager - Promotional Products & Food Production
📍 Hicksville, NY 💰 Salary Range: $140,000 - $160,000
📌 Position Overview
We are seeking a high-impact Plant Manager to lead day-to-day operations across a fast-paced promotional products environment, including food and chocolate production, fulfillment, and packaging.
This is a hands-on leadership role focused on execution, accountability, and performance. The Plant Manager will own the floor, lead teams across shifts, and ensure the operation is set up for success from close to open every day.
⚙ Key Responsibilities
🏭 Operational Leadership
Lead all daily plant operations across production, fulfillment, and shipping
Drive execution to meet aggressive ship dates in a high-volume, short lead-time environment
Maintain full visibility across all orders and actively "order chase" to ensure nothing falls behind
Ensure operational readiness from close to open, including staffing, materials, and priorities
📈 Throughput & Efficiency
Improve output across all departments, with a strong focus on bottleneck identification and resolution
Drive labor efficiency and manage payroll within budget expectations
Implement process improvements to increase throughput without adding unnecessary cost
Balance workload across departments to maintain consistent production flow
👥 Team Leadership & Accountability
Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and production teams across the facility
Establish and enforce clear performance expectations and daily metrics
Hold teams accountable to productivity, quality, and safety standards
Build a culture of urgency, ownership, and continuous improvement
📅 Scheduling & Execution Alignment
Partner closely with Scheduling and Planning to ensure realistic, executable production plans
Ensure alignment between production, packing, and shipping operations
Monitor real-time performance and adjust labor and resources as needed
🛡 Food Safety & Compliance
Ensure full compliance with GMP, FDA, HACCP, and all food safety requirements
Maintain a clean, organized, and audit-ready facility at all times
Partner with QA/QC to uphold product integrity, consistency, and regulatory standards
🤝 Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with Customer Service, Sales, and Operations Leadership
Provide clear communication on order status, risks, and recovery plans
Support new product launches and ensure operational readiness for new items
• Qualifications
7-10+ years of plant or operations management experience
Background in food production, packaging, or regulated manufacturing required
Experience in high-mix, high-volume environments with short lead times
Strong working knowledge of:
Throughput and capacity management
Labor planning and payroll control
Production scheduling and execution
Proven leadership ability in fast-paced, execution-driven environments
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
Working knowledge of food safety standards (GMP, FDA, HACCP preferred)
🎯 What We Offer
Competitive base salary ($140,000 - $160,000) with performance-driven upside
Comprehensive benefits package
401(k) with company match
Opportunity to lead a mission-critical operation within a growing, family-owned business
A culture focused on execution, accountability, and continuous improvement
📢 Join Nassau Candy
If you are an operational leader who thrives in fast-paced environments, takes ownership of outcomes, and knows how to drive performance on the floor-this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.
