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Executive Search Partner to the Food, Beverage & Consumer Goods Manufacturing Industries. With over 25 years of experience, I help clients hire the
Plant Operations Manager (Food/Beverage/Pharma/CPG)
Fast-Track Opportunity to Plant Manager!
A respected market leader in the Food and Beverage industry is seeking a hands-on, results-driven Plant Operations Manager to join its flagship manufacturing facility. This highly visible role is a clear and accelerated path to Plant Manager for a high-performing leader.
About the Role
As Plant Operations Manager, you will oversee daily production and planning within a large, fast-paced manufacturing facility that supports up to 1,000 employees. Directly managing a team of , with two direct reports, youll be responsible for driving performance, efficiency, and team engagement. This is a key leadership position with strong cross-functional visibility and influence across the site leadership team.
You'll drive operational excellence by:
- Implementing standard work and leading change management initiatives
- Sustaining continuous improvement through disciplined execution and autonomous maintenance
- Engaging and developing employees to foster a high-performance culture
- Collaborating with HR, Maintenance, Quality, and CI teams to meet production targets
What Sets This Role Apart
- Fast-track promotion potential to Plant Manager
- Work at a flagship facility within a well-established, high-performance organization
- Be part of a company known for respect, recognition, and internal promotion
- Enjoy a full relocation package , strong bonus , 9% 401(k) match , and tuition reimbursement
Qualifications
- 7+ years of experience in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, or CPG manufacturing.
- 7+ years in operations or plant leadership roles.
- Experience in medium-to-large facilities (400+ employees).
- Strong background in Continuous Improvement.
- Union experience is highly preferred.
- Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
- Passion for developing talent and driving engagement.
If youre a high-impact leader ready to accelerate your career, lets get goingreach out now!
Seniority level
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Job function
Management-
Industries
Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Medical insurance
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401(k)
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