Plant Manager

Simos

$120K — $135K *
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing operations
  • 3+ years in a Plant Manager or similar role
  • Experience with SQF or equivalent food safety systems
  • Proven track record in launching new food products
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and regulatory compliance
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively

Responsibilities

  • Oversee all plant operations including production, quality, safety, and maintenance
  • Lead and develop team members to foster accountability and improvement
  • Ensure compliance with food safety regulations
  • Support commercialization and launch of new food products
  • Optimize production processes for efficiency and waste reduction
  • Collaborate with R&D, QA, and supply chain teams
  • Implement continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

  • Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
  • Medical / Dental Insurance
Full Job Description
Description

We are seeking an experienced Plant Manager to join our team in a full-time, direct-hire, day role within a dynamic food production environment. This position is responsible for leading and optimizing daily plant operations, ensuring food safety compliance, and driving efficiency while building and developing high-performing teams. This role offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 to $135,000, depending on experience.

Perks & Benefits

  • Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options
  • Medical / Dental Insurance
  • $57.69/Hr - $64.90/Hr


Employment Type & Shifts

  • Full Time
  • Direct Hire


  • 1st Shift


Job Responsibilities

  • Oversee all plant operations, including production, quality, safety, and maintenance
  • Lead and develop team members while driving a culture of accountability and continuous improvement
  • Ensure compliance with all food safety and regulatory requirements (SQF or equivalent)
  • Support the commercialization and successful launch of new food products
  • Optimize production processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and increase output
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, QA, and supply chain teams
  • Implement and sustain continuous improvement initiatives
  • Opportunity to lead a key manufacturing facility
  • Work in a fast-paced, innovative food production environment
  • Make a direct impact on product quality and operational success


  • 7+ years of leadership experience in food manufacturing operations
  • 3+ years in a Plant Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager, or similar leadership role
  • Experience implementing and maintaining SQF or equivalent food safety systems
  • Proven experience supporting the commercialization of new food products
  • Strong knowledge of food manufacturing processes, quality systems, and regulatory compliance
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and drive operational performance


Associate Requirements

  • Bachelors
  • Background Check
  • Able to Lift 50 pounds
  • Drug Test
  • Must be at least 18 years old

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