Plant Manager

About the role

The Plant Manager will oversee operations which include environmental, health & safety, quality, production, maintenance, capital planning and execution in a cost‑effective manner while meeting all customer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support, mentor and develop plant management and supervisory personnel through regular coaching and formal development tools.
• Lead all safety improvement initiatives and create a safety‑based culture.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with all regulatory agencies including OSHA, EPA, HACCP and other local and regional agencies.
• Prepare monthly reports, analyze financial budgets and take corrective measures as needed.
• Maintain efficient and timely flow of all raw materials received and ingredients shipped.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts in all areas of responsibility.
• Review and lead local capital projects, planning process to ensure compliance and development of assets for ongoing success and improvement.
• Ensure all personnel are properly trained and equipment is in good working order to meet ongoing and future business needs.
• Assure all finished product shipped is in accordance with all quality standards and specifications.
• Effectively manage and reduce energy use at the facility.
• Manage local purchasing activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum 3+ years of experience in a supervisory/management position in an industrial or plant setting.
• Rendering industry experience is a definite plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred; Engineering degree is an asset.
• Labor relations background and leadership preferred.
• Detail oriented; highly organized.
• Ability to work well with internal staff.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Self‑starter; self‑motivated.
• Good math and computer skills.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement plan
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off

About Us

We’re one of the world’s leading practitioners of circularity, transforming materials from the animal agriculture and food industries into valuable ingredients. Ingredients that nourish people, feed animals and crops, and fuel the world with renewable energy.