Plant Manager

2 weeks ago


Vernon, United States J&J Snack Foods Full time

As a leader and innovator in the snack food industry for over 50 years, J&J Snack Foods provides branded snack foods to foodservice and retail supermarket outlets across the U.S. Its products include such icons as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, and Dippin
Dots along with other key brands like LUIGI S Real Italian Ice, The Funnel Cake Factory Funnel Cakes, and Hola Churros. J&J also has a strong presence in bakery providing cakes, cookies, and pies to some of the largest grocery and convenience retailers in industry. Our company continues to deliver record sales led by a talented team and a commitment to
Fun Served Here .PLANT MANAGERSUMMARY:Under the leadership of the Director of Operations, thePlant Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our manufacturing plant, ensuring the production of high-quality products in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. This role is crucial for driving operational excellence, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, and meeting company goals related to productivity, profitability, and employee engagement.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Leads and manages all aspects of plant operations, including production, quality control, maintenance, and sanitation, to ensure the timely and efficient production of products.Recruits, hires, trains, and develops a high-performing team of supervisors, operators, and maintenance personnel. Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.Develops, manages, and executes the plant s annual budget. Monitor expenditures to ensure costs are kept within approved limits while achieving production and quality targets.Ensures the plant operates in compliance with all safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. Promote a culture of safety and take proactive measures to reduce workplace hazards.Identifies opportunities for process improvements and lead initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality. Implement best practices and lean manufacturing principles to drive efficiency.Oversees the upkeep and maintenance of the physical plant and equipment. Manage capital improvement projects to support the plant s operational needs and long-term growth.Works closely with the production team, supply chain, quality assurance, and other departments to align plant operations with overall business objectives. Collaborate on projects that impact production, such as new product introductions or equipment upgrades.Tracks and analyzes key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production, quality, safety, and costs. Provide regular updates to senior management and use data to make informed decisions.Performs all other duties as assigned.EXPERIENCE:A minimum of 7 years of progressive leadership experience in a management role within a manufacturing facility.Safety Expertise: Proven experience in implementing and enforcing safety systems, with a strong understanding of safety regulations and policies.Quality Systems: Extensive experience in managing food quality systems, with a deep understanding of GMP rules and policies.Operational Knowledge: Strong grasp of manufacturing operations, maintenance, and engineering principles, with demonstrated practical application.Financial Acumen: Solid experience in budgeting and expense management, with a working knowledge of financial and accounting practices.Continuous Improvement: Hands-on experience with continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or Transactional Lean, is highly desirable.Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access), with the ability to create and analyze spreadsheets. Familiarity with modern enterprise systems like SAP or JD Edwards is a plus.COMPETENCIES: To perform this job successfully, the Plant Manager must be self-motivated, able to problem solve, detail-oriented, and able to stay on task. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Attention to detail
ability to perform Critical Control Point (CCP) verifications.Excellent planning and organizational skills, with the ability to balance production and maintenance needs.Demonstrated strong leadership, team building and advanced coaching skills.Demonstrated ability to motivate people, assess and develop employee skills.Excellent interpersonal communication and listening ability.A strong ability to be adaptable and flexible.Strong analytical and decision-making skillsAbility to work with teams and lead decision-making processes in a team environment.Highly motivated, results oriented, driven.Passion and alignment with Company mission, vision, values, and operating principlesEDUCATIONBachelor s degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.Preferred Qualifications: Master s degree in a relevant fieldSix Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a plus.


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