Job Title: Food and Beverage Plant Manager
Position Summary
The Food and Beverage Plant Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, operations, and personnel within a food or beverage manufacturing facility. This role ensures compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards while driving efficiency and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily plant operations including production, packaging, sanitation, and maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, OSHA, and other regulatory bodies.
- Manage plant budgets, cost controls, and performance metrics.
- Develop and implement SOPs for food safety, quality assurance, and operational efficiency.
- Supervise and mentor department managers and production staff.
- Collaborate with supply chain, logistics, and quality teams to meet production goals.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing or Six Sigma principles.
- Maintain a safe working environment and promote a culture of accountability and teamwork.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
- 5-10 years of experience in food or beverage manufacturing, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of GMP, HACCP, and SQF standards.
- Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex operations.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with ERP systems and production planning tools.
Preferred Skills
- Lean Six Sigma certification.
- Experience in beverage bottling, dairy, or meat processing.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
