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Plant Manager

Job in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listing for: Jobot
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-09
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager, Food Production
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 175000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 175000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

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Job details:
This Jobot Job is hosted by:
Ray Bahl. Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Easy Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $150,000 - $175,000 per year.

About us

We are a growing food manufacturing organization committed to producing high-quality products through safe, efficient, and reliable operations. Our success is built on a foundation of teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement. We value craftsmanship, consistency, and innovation, and we take pride in delivering products that meet the highest standards of quality and food safety.

Why join us
  • Competitive pay and performance-based incentives
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
  • Paid time off, including vacation and holidays
  • Retirement savings plan with employer contribution or match
  • Opportunities for training, development, and career advancement
  • Employee assistance and wellness programs
  • Safe, stable, and team-oriented work environment
Job details
  • Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and manage all plant operations, including production, maintenance, quality assurance, sanitation, warehousing, and shipping
  • Ensure production schedules are met while maintaining product quality, food safety, and regulatory compliance
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, waste reduction, and cost control
  • Develop, manage, and monitor plant budgets, labor costs, and operating expenses
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable food safety standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies
  • Foster a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all safety protocols and training requirements
  • Recruit, train, develop, and evaluate plant leadership and hourly staff
  • Collaborate with sales, supply chain, and corporate teams to align production with demand and business objectives
  • Analyze performance metrics and implement corrective actions to improve productivity and profitability
  • Maintain equipment reliability through effective preventive maintenance programs
  • Lead audits, inspections, and corrective action plans as required
  • Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Food Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 5+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, preferably in food or bakery production
  • Strong knowledge of food safety programs (GMPs, HACCP, SQF, or similar)
  • Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, high-volume manufacturing environment
  • Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and leadership abilities
  • Proficiency with manufacturing KPIs and continuous improvement methodologies

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