Jobs · Management · Iowa

General Manager

Loffredo Fresh Foods · Des Moines, IA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementFull-time

About the role

The General Manager at Produce Innovations/Loffredo Fresh Foods is responsible for leading the overall performance of the company, including operations, sales support, food safety, quality, customer satisfaction, employee development, and financial performance. This is a hands-on leadership role overseeing production, maintenance, HR, food safety, quality, and plant operations while helping drive business growth and operational improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the overall performance and daily operations of Produce Innovations
  • Oversee production, maintenance, food safety, quality, HR, and plant operations
  • Drive operational improvements focused on efficiency, labor performance, yield, and service levels
  • Manage financial performance, including labor costs, operating expenses, margins, and profitability
  • Build, coach, and develop strong teams across multiple departments
  • Partner with customers and support business growth opportunities and product development initiatives
  • Maintain high standards for food safety, sanitation, quality, and regulatory compliance
  • Identify operational challenges, implement solutions, and ensure follow-through
  • Foster a positive, accountable, and collaborative workplace culture
  • Help execute long-term business growth and operational strategies

Requirements

  • Proven leadership experience in food production or manufacturing
  • A hands-on leader who is willing to jump in and support the team when needed
  • Strong operational mindset with the ability to solve problems and drive results
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple departments
  • Financial and business acumen, including budgeting and P&L management experience
  • Customer-focused with strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Passion for food safety, quality, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
  • Positive, accountable, and growth-minded leadership style

Qualifications

  • Ability to motivate teams, build culture, and hold others accountable
  • Fresh/perishable food experience and sales or product development exposure are a plus

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Operational Management
  • Financial Management
  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Team Building
  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Planning

Benefits

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental, vision, available 1st of the month following 30 days employment, 401k with company match available following 6 months of employment, additional voluntary insurance such as basic/supplemental life and disability, paid time off & paid holidays, regular and constructive performance feedback, and participation in a yearly performance-based bonus starting in the year of hire.

Pay

$130,000 - $160,000 Dependent on Experience

Schedule

N/A

Application Instructions

N/A

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