Job Description
HiFyve is hiring a Plant Operations Manager in the Food & Beverage Manufacturing industry in Richmond, IN!
Salary: $115,000-$130,000/year + 10% Bonus
Shift: Days (Leadership role with flexibility to support plant operations as needed)
Location: Richmond, IN
Benefits: Full benefits package
About the Role
We're seeking an experienced operations leader to oversee multiple manufacturing departments within a high-volume food and beverage facility. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a turnaround environment, enjoys developing leaders, and is passionate about driving operational performance, employee engagement, and continuous improvement. The Plant Operations Manager will lead multiple department managers while partnering cross-functionally to improve safety, quality, productivity, and overall plant performance.
Job Responsibilities
Lead and develop department managers across production, processing, packaging, warehouse, and other manufacturing operations
Drive operational improvements focused on safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and customer service
Build accountability throughout the leadership team while coaching managers to improve performance and employee engagement
Support and lead plant turnaround initiatives by implementing sustainable operational improvements and strengthening leadership processes
Partner with Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, Human Resources, and other departments to achieve plant objectives
Ensure production schedules are executed efficiently while meeting customer demand and operational goals
Monitor plant performance, identify operational challenges, and implement corrective actions to improve results
Develop, maintain, and improve standard operating procedures and best practices across manufacturing operations
Lead continuous improvement initiatives that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall plant performance
Maintain compliance with food safety requirements, GMPs, quality standards, OSHA regulations, and company policies
Support inventory management and operational planning to ensure production materials and resources are available
Prepare operational reports, review key performance metrics, and present recommendations to plant leadership
Lead employee development, succession planning, performance management, and talent acquisition for operations leadership positions
Foster a positive, high-accountability culture focused on teamwork, communication, and continuous improvement
Provide leadership support outside of normal business hours when operational needs arise
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent manufacturing leadership experience will be considered
5+ years of progressive manufacturing leadership experience, preferably within food and beverage manufacturing
Experience leading multiple managers and developing high-performing leadership teams
Strong background overseeing production and maintenance operations within a manufacturing facility
Demonstrated success improving plant performance in turnaround, transformation, or continuous improvement environments
Experience driving operational excellence through Lean manufacturing, process improvement, and performance management initiatives
Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to partner effectively across Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, Human Resources, and Supply Chain
Union manufacturing experience is a plus
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to balance day-to-day operations while leading strategic improvement projects
Strong communication, coaching, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Must be willing to provide leadership support outside of normal business hours as needed to support plant operations
If you're interested, please apply!