JSK Recruiting Inc
Plant Manager
Location:
Atlanta Suburbs Compensation:
$180,000-$200,000 base salary + 20% bonus potential Why Join This Team
This well-established food manufacturing company has been producing premium snack and ready-to-eat products for over 24 years. Now in a phase of strong growth, they're investing in automation, infrastructure upgrades, and their people. It's a company where employees stay, thrive, and often grow into leadership roles. With a strong culture of accountability and support, the environment blends structure with flexibility and an emphasis on doing things the right way. Perks and Culture
Monday-Friday, one shift operation Strong bonus structure tied to company performance Stable and growing company with zero layoffs in 24 years Clear path to executive-level roles for top performers Transparent, accessible leadership team that values your input Monthly catered lunches and upgraded locker/break areas Supportive plant culture with long-tenured staff Located just outside Atlanta What You'll Do You'll lead plant operations for a high-volume food production facility that employs about 150 people across production, maintenance, and quality. This role reports directly to executive team and serves as the top decision-maker for the operation. Key responsibilities include:
Lead all site-level operations with a focus on productivity, labor efficiency, and quality Manage and mentor a team of 5 direct reports across Operations, Maintenance, and Quality personnel Create accountability, build expectations, and coach leaders at all levels Monitor performance metrics and initiate improvements across all shifts Work with quality department to oversee compliance with USDA, FDA, SQF, and internal food safety standards Help guide capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives Foster a team culture rooted in safety, reliability, and ownership What You'll Bring
BS/BA is required; ideally in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Operations Management, Business or related 10+ years in food or beverage manufacturing, with at least 3+ years at the Plant Manager or Director level Experience leading teams with direct reports and 100+ employees in a food manufacturing operation, USDA is a plus Ability to drive performance while building trust and accountability Strong track record of improving operations, coaching leaders, and strengthening plant culture Familiarity with USDA/FDA/SQF regulations is a plus Bi-lingual English / Spanish is a plus Is This You? You're a grounded, no-nonsense leader who thrives on the floor and builds teams that win. You have a strong sense of ownership, are direct but fair, and you're not afraid to reset expectations when needed. If you're looking for a long-term role in a high-functioning operation with a real path forward, this could be the right fit. Interested in learning more?
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Atlanta Suburbs Compensation:
$180,000-$200,000 base salary + 20% bonus potential Why Join This Team
This well-established food manufacturing company has been producing premium snack and ready-to-eat products for over 24 years. Now in a phase of strong growth, they're investing in automation, infrastructure upgrades, and their people. It's a company where employees stay, thrive, and often grow into leadership roles. With a strong culture of accountability and support, the environment blends structure with flexibility and an emphasis on doing things the right way. Perks and Culture
Monday-Friday, one shift operation Strong bonus structure tied to company performance Stable and growing company with zero layoffs in 24 years Clear path to executive-level roles for top performers Transparent, accessible leadership team that values your input Monthly catered lunches and upgraded locker/break areas Supportive plant culture with long-tenured staff Located just outside Atlanta What You'll Do You'll lead plant operations for a high-volume food production facility that employs about 150 people across production, maintenance, and quality. This role reports directly to executive team and serves as the top decision-maker for the operation. Key responsibilities include:
Lead all site-level operations with a focus on productivity, labor efficiency, and quality Manage and mentor a team of 5 direct reports across Operations, Maintenance, and Quality personnel Create accountability, build expectations, and coach leaders at all levels Monitor performance metrics and initiate improvements across all shifts Work with quality department to oversee compliance with USDA, FDA, SQF, and internal food safety standards Help guide capital projects and continuous improvement initiatives Foster a team culture rooted in safety, reliability, and ownership What You'll Bring
BS/BA is required; ideally in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Operations Management, Business or related 10+ years in food or beverage manufacturing, with at least 3+ years at the Plant Manager or Director level Experience leading teams with direct reports and 100+ employees in a food manufacturing operation, USDA is a plus Ability to drive performance while building trust and accountability Strong track record of improving operations, coaching leaders, and strengthening plant culture Familiarity with USDA/FDA/SQF regulations is a plus Bi-lingual English / Spanish is a plus Is This You? You're a grounded, no-nonsense leader who thrives on the floor and builds teams that win. You have a strong sense of ownership, are direct but fair, and you're not afraid to reset expectations when needed. If you're looking for a long-term role in a high-functioning operation with a real path forward, this could be the right fit. Interested in learning more?
#ZR