Job Description

Outstanding relocation assistance is provided to the qualified candidate!

Our award-winning client is seeking a Plant Operations Manager to join their team. Lead operations at a flagship food and beverage manufacturing plant in Modesto, CA, and rapidly advance to Plant Manager!

This high-impact role demands a bilingual (English/Spanish) leader with 7+ years of operations leadership in a similar industry, managing large teams and driving continuous improvement and a culture of respect and growth within a market-leading organization.

Responsibilities:

• Implementing standard work and driving change management initiatives.
• Fostering continuous improvement through disciplined execution and autonomous maintenance.
• Engaging and developing employees to cultivate a high-performing work environment.
• Collaborating effectively with HR, Maintenance, Quality, and Continuous Improvement teams to achieve production goals.

What Makes This Opportunity Stand Out

• Accelerated Career Growth: Clear and rapid path to Plant Manager for top performers.
• Flagship Facility: Lead operations at a critical site for a well-established, high-performing company.
• Company Culture: Be part of an organization known for valuing respect, recognition, and internal advancement.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Includes a full relocation package, substantial bonus potential, a strong 9% 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) essential.
• 7+ years of experience in operations or plant leadership within Food, Beverage, Pharmaceutical, or CPG manufacturing.
• Experience managing operations in medium-to-large manufacturing facilities (400+ employees).
• Strong background and proven success in implementing Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Prior experience working in a unionized environment is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively lead and develop teams in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
• A genuine passion for talent development and driving employee engagement.