Job Title: Senior Manager - ProcessingDepartment: ProcessingLocation: Platteville, COReports To: Senior Ops ManagerJob Type: Full-TimeTravel: 25%Compensation: $118K+Job SummaryThe Senior Manager - Processing is responsible for overseeing multiple processing plants, ensuring operational excellence, efficiency, and compliance across all facilities. This role involves developing and implementing strategic operational plans, managing senior plant personnel, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Senior Manager collaborates with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to align processing operations with overall business objectives and industry best practices.
Essential Job Functions- Develop and implement strategic operational plans across multiple processing facilities
- Lead and mentor a team of Plant Managers, fostering a culture of high performance and engagement
- Establish and maintain best practices for safety, quality, and efficiency across all plants
- Oversee the development and management of plant budgets and cost-control measures
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
- Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, DNR, EPA, SQF, GMP, and all relevant food safety regulations
- Optimize inventory management and supply chain processes across facilities
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align processing operations with business goals
- Serve as the key point of contact for high-level regulatory interactions and audits
- Lead cross-functional projects to enhance operational efficiency and product quality
- Analyze performance metrics across plants and implement strategies for improvement
- Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and industry partners
- Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Business, Industrial Management, or related field
- 8+ years of leadership experience in food processing or manufacturing industries
- Proven track record of implementing successful operational strategies across multiple sites
- Strong knowledge of food safety regulations and quality management systems
- Experience with process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma)
- Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in data analysis and performance metric tracking
Preferred Qualifications- MBA or advanced degree in a relevant field
- Certifications in food safety management or quality systems (e.g., SQF, BRC)
- Experience in egg processing or related poultry operations
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Published work or speaking engagements in food processing forums
Work EnvironmentThis position involves overseeing multiple processing facilities, requiring regular travel (up to 40%) between sites. The role demands a balance of strategic planning and hands-on operational management. The Senior Manager must be comfortable in various food processing environments, including exposure to industrial equipment, chemicals, and temperature variations. Some flexibility in working hours is necessary to address urgent operational issues or participate in critical projects.
Benefits:- Regular performance reviews
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- HSA with company match
- Paid time Off
- Paid Holidays
- 401K with company match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
