Job Description

About the Role

📍 Modesto, CA | 💲$120,000–$155,000 + 15% bonus + 9% 401(k) match | 🚚 Full Relocation

As Plant Operations Manager, you will oversee daily production and planning within a large, fast-paced manufacturing facility that supports up to 1,000 employees. Directly managing a team of 150–300, with two direct reports, you’ll be responsible for driving performance, efficiency, and team engagement. This is a key leadership position with strong cross-functional visibility and influence across the site leadership team.

You'll drive operational excellence by:

• Implementing standard work and leading change management initiatives
• Sustaining continuous improvement through disciplined execution and autonomous maintenance
• Engaging and developing employees to foster a high-performance culture
• Collaborating with HR, Maintenance, Quality, and CI teams to meet production targets

What Sets This Role Apart

• Fast-track promotion potential to Plant Manager
• Work at a flagship facility within a well-established, high-performance organization
• Be part of a company known for respect, recognition, and internal promotion
• Enjoy a full relocation package , strong bonus , 9% 401(k) match , and tuition reimbursement

If you’re a high-impact leader ready to accelerate your career, let’s get going…reach out now!

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) essential.
• 7+ years of experience in Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, or CPG manufacturing.
• 7+ years in operations or plant leadership roles.
• Experience in medium-to-large facilities (400+ employees).
• Strong background in Continuous Improvement.
• Union experience is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Passion for developing talent and driving engagement.

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Great company, excellent benefits, opportunity to fast tract to Plant Manager

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