Job Description

We're seeking an experienced Food and Beverage Plant Manager to lead operations at a food manufacturing facility in the Madison, Wisconsin area. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader to drive operational excellence and cultural transformation while managing significant growth. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment where they can implement new systems and processes while developing high-performing teams.

Job Duties: • Provide strategic leadership for all plant operations, including production, maintenance, and quality • Drive operational excellence through data-driven decision making and accountability systems • Implement and oversee maintenance management programs to improve equipment reliability • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and reduce costs • Manage plant budgets and key performance metrics • Build and develop high-performing leadership teams across all functions • Ensure compliance with food safety and quality standards • Oversee significant volume growth while maintaining operational excellence • Partner cross-functionally to achieve business objectives

Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in operations/food manufacturing • Proven track record of successful operations leadership and turnaround situations • Experience implementing operational excellence programs and systems • Strong background in end-to-end process management • Demonstrated success building and developing teams • Knowledge of maintenance management systems preferred • Experience in food processing/packaging operations preferred • Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Office

Desired Traits: • Strategic thinker with strong business acumen • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Proven ability to drive accountability and results • Change management expertise • Data-driven problem solver • Adaptable leader comfortable with rapid growth • Strong coach and mentor • Detail-oriented while maintaining big picture focus

This role offers an exciting opportunity to drive significant transformation while managing substantial growth. The right candidate will have the chance to build high-performing teams, implement new systems, and make a real impact on the organization's success.

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