Plant Superintendent – 2nd Shift JN

Overview

Our client, a well-established food manufacturing operation, is seeking a Plant Superintendent to lead second-shift production. This role is ideal for a hands-on manufacturing leader who thrives in fast-paced environments and brings a strong balance of people leadership, food safety discipline, and operational execution.

• Competitive base salary (commensurate with experience)
• Performance-based bonus potential
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Career growth within a stable manufacturing organization

• Lead all second-shift manufacturing operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, and engagement
• Ensure compliance with USDA/FDA regulations and BRC/SQF standards
• Manage and develop supervisors, crew leads, and production teams
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives impacting OEE, yield, uptime, and cost
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Engineering to resolve production issues
• Enforce safe work practices and conduct regular safety inspections
• Align resources and priorities to meet operational and regulatory goals
• Communicate clearly across shifts and leadership levels

• 8–10 years of food manufacturing experience
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or management role
• Strong knowledge of food safety and regulatory requirements
• Experience leading teams in a multi-shift operation
• Proficiency with SAP and Microsoft Office
• Lean or CI experience strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (or equivalent experience)