Plant Manager – Small Operations
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Compensation: $100,000 – $120,000 BOE
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, 401(k)
We are seeking a driven and experienced Plant Manager to lead and elevate the performance of our Indianapolis tortilla manufacturing facility. This hands-on leadership role is critical in maintaining our commitment to exceptional quality, strict safety standards, and authentic production methods.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily operations across production, packaging, maintenance, sanitation, receiving, and shipping, ensuring output, quality, and schedule targets are met.
- Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing OSHA and regulatory compliance.
- Oversee plant budgeting and cost-control initiatives, supporting annual planning processes.
- Drive continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and waste-reduction initiatives to enhance efficiency, safety, and product quality.
- Develop and mentor supervisors and production leads by setting expectations, conducting performance reviews, and supporting professional growth.
- Analyze key operational metrics (OEE, uptime, efficiency) to identify gaps and implement targeted improvement strategies.
- Communicate plant goals clearly, lead regular team meetings, and promote a culture of engagement and accountability.
- Ensure all products meet company quality standards and traditional authenticity, including whole-kernel corn tortillas produced without preservatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
- 5–10 years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, ideally in food production.
- Demonstrated success in safety leadership, problem solving, and Lean manufacturing practices.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and experience using production systems or data analysis tools.
- Ability to balance high-quality standards with efficiency, cost, and safety requirements.
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
