Plant Manager

Red River Commodities is a leading processor of sunflower seeds and specialty grains, specializing in high-quality, nutritious food products. We pride ourselves on our sustainable practices, innovation, and commitment to delivering superior products to our customers. Our team shares core values focused on family, pride, passion, safety, and integrity. We work hard, play harder, embrace authenticity, and always support one another to achieve our goals.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Plant Manager to oversee our Sunflower Butter production facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing all aspects of operations, ensuring efficiency, safety, and quality while fostering a positive work environment. This role requires strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of production processes, and a commitment to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Management:
• Oversee daily operations of the production facility, ensuring optimal performance and productivity.
• Develop and implement production schedules, workflows, and procedures to meet production targets.
• Quality Control:
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and safety regulations.
• Monitor product quality through regular inspections and testing, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Team Leadership:
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of production staff, fostering a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide training and development opportunities.
• Budget and Resource Management:
• Manage the plant budget, including labor, materials, and overhead costs.
• Optimize resource utilization to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Safety and Compliance:
• Promote a safe work environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to manufacturing and safety.
• Process Improvement:
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance production efficiency and product quality.
• Collaborate with other departments to drive innovation in product development and production processes.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Food Science, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing management role, preferably in the food or agricultural industry.
• Strong understanding of production processes, quality assurance, and safety standards.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities and a data-driven mindset.
  
  

Company Benefits

At Red River Commodities, we value our employees and are committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment. As a member of our team, you will enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for career growth and development. Below are some additional benefits that we offer.

• On-demand pay available through Tapcheck
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• 401k & company match
• Profit Sharing
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

Red River Commodities and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all employment practices within our organization. Red River Commodities makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

We are committed to maintaining a legal and compliant workplace. As part of our hiring process, Red River Commodities participates in the E-Verify program.

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