Plant Manager, Bakery Operations

1 month ago


Chicago, United States Hostess Brands Full time

Join the Hostess Brands Team and help us inspire moments of JOY for our customers, consumers, stakeholders, and each otherJob DescriptionIn this role you will be: Responsible for plant performance in accordance with Strategic Business Area objectives for product supply, absorption, manufacturing variances, safety, quality, sustainability, cost center budgets, and capital project managementResponsible for implementation and advancement of Continuous Improvement ProgramsResponsible for development and advancement of JMS Culture and employee engagement across the organizationResponsible for managing the customer-supplier relationships with corporate services, marketing, research and development, engineering and our external suppliers and vendorsResponsible for staffing and professional development of plant leaders, and driving high performance work culture and systemsResponsible for developing the plant vision and master plan, capital budget, expense budget, and other strategic planningManaging the relationship with local city representatives to maintain positive community relations, and ensure compliance with all regulationsOwning Safety Key Element 1 and set the standard for safety across the organizationWhat we are looking for - Minimum Requirements:Bachelor's degreeContinuous Improvement, TPM, Lean, Six Sigma or other experience with the implementation of High Performing Work SystemsSuccessful experience leading, coaching and managing leadersAdditional skills and experience that we think would make someone successful in this role: Prior Plant Manager experienceKnowledge of GMP, PC, OSHA, FDA, and USDA regulations strongly preferredThe Right Place for You: We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.* Hostess was acquired by J.M. Smucker in November 2023*Hostess Brands, LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, and encourage minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities to apply. Upon request, Hostess Brands, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified applicant. About Us: Hostess Brands is a leading sweet snacks company that makes, markets, and distributes our delicious treats throughout North America. Our approximately 2,600 employees put their hearts in everything they do, inspiring moments of joy by baking new and classic snacks including Hostess® Donettes®, Twinkies®, CupCakes, Ding Dongs® and Zingers®, as well as a variety of Voortman® cookies and wafers.


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