Plant Manager - Pet Food

Plant Manager - Pet Food

Operations Management

Mt. Pleasant, Texas

Description

Plant Manager – Pet Food   At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition , which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.   GENERAL SUMMARY:   Directs and coordinates overall operations for the   pet food   plant. Ensures that objectives are achieved,   at the lowest cost consistent with quality requirements.   Has the ability to delegate authority to key supervisors in production, production control, methods, cost accounting, maintenance, and related operations. Directs all functions involved such as maintenance, manufacturing, production, purchasing, accounting, and administration. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:   Drives Safety and Organizational Values Directs production and ensures cost effectiveness and consistency with prescribed quality, accuracy, and performance standards. Maintains plant property and equipment in good condition to ensure compliance with governmental regulations and to ensure effective and economical operations. Prepares and submits operating reports to management to inform them of the current production status and to make recommendations to improve efficiency and effectiveness. Assures effective customer service and relations through timely delivery of quality product. Selects, trains, develops, and motivates manufacturing staff to maintain plant operation. Assures compliance of all plant operations with company policy and federal, state, and local regulations. May set production and processing goals for plant.

Typically requires a minimum of   5   years of DIRECTLY RELATED experience in a poultry processing/protein conversion   plant.

High School Diploma/GED; Bachelor’s degree in a related field, is preferred. DIRECTLY RELATED work   experience,   will be accepted,   on a year-for-year basis in lieu of the educational requirement.   Why Work for Pilgrim’s?     Benefits : Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;   Paid Time Off : sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;   401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;   Base Salary range of $ 92,917.00 - $112,894.20 Incentive Pay:   This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and Career Development: Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;   Better Futures     The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.

To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.       Our core values are:   Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity