Corporate Director of Cooked Plant Operations

Corporate Director of Cooked Plant Operations

The Corporate Director of Cooked Plant Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for the overall management of our food processing facilities producing ready to eat cooked foods. They support cooked (RTE) production operations from a corporate oversight position, focusing on meeting production targets, ensuring quality and safety, and managing all aspects of the plant's cooked products.

• Operational leadership: Provides strategic direction for all plant operations, including production, processing, & packaging.
• Production management: Sets short‑and‑long‑term production goals and monitors key performance indicators (KPIs) to ensure efficiency, optimize production processes, and maximize productivity.
• Quality and compliance: Ensures strict adherence to all food safety regulations, including those from the USDA, FDA, and HACCP.
• Budgeting and finance: Monitors financial reports to control costs and ensure profit margins.
• Team management: Leads senior plant management to help foster a cohesive and safe workplace culture.
• Safety programs: Engages with comprehensive safety programs and culture to protect employees and align with company values and regulations like OSHA.
• Continuous improvement: Applies industry best practices, such as Lean or Six Sigma methodologies, to drive continuous improvements in cost, quality, and efficiency.
• Cross‑functional communication: Collaborates with other departments, such as quality control & product management to ensure seamless operations.

• Experience: Typically requires 10 or more years of experience in food processing operations, with previous management experience in a USDA‑regulated facility.
• Education: A bachelor's degree in business, engineering, food science, or a related technical field is often preferred.
• Certifications: Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies are highly valued.
• Leadership and management: Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills are essential for managing staff and achieving business objectives.
• Problem‑solving: The ability to address major production challenges, handle pressure, and solve problems quickly and effectively.

Director

Full‑time

Manufacturing, Production, and Product Management

Food and Beverage Manufacturing, Manufacturing, and Meat Products Manufacturing

Columbus, OH $-$