Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsExecutive-facing role with plant-wide operational ownershipLead continuous improvement across a growing operationAbout Our ClientOur client is a respected and privately held food manufacturer with a decades-long history of delivering high-quality food products across multiple customer channels, including retail, foodservice, distribution, institutional, and industrial markets. The business operates a large-scale manufacturing facility in Southern California and offers extensive processing, production, and packaging capabilities across a diverse product portfolio.Job DescriptionDirect and oversee daily manufacturing operationsEnsure production goals are achieved while maintaining quality and food safety standardsLead and develop supervisors, team leads, and frontline personnelDrive labor efficiency and cost management initiativesMonitor operational KPIs and implement corrective actions as neededImprove communication and coordination between shiftsPartner closely with Maintenance and Sanitation to maximize uptime and production readinessSupport customer, internal, and regulatory auditsIdentify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and streamline processesSupport budgeting, resource planning, and operational reportingFoster a positive work environment focused on engagement and accountabilityMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree preferred or equivalent operational leadership experience8+ years of manufacturing experience, ideally within food productionStrong leadership experience managing supervisors and hourly teamsDemonstrated success improving safety, quality, service, and cost performanceKnowledge of HACCP, SQF, BRC, GMPs, and food safety programsLean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement experience preferredBilingual English/Spanish requiredWhat's on OfferAnnual salary ranging from $115,000 to $140,000.Competitive benefits package.Opportunity to influence plant performance and cultureStable and growing food manufacturing environmentDirect ownership of operational improvement initiativesInterested? Apply today.ContactEvalee TorresQuote job refJN-082026-7087434Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorProduction, ManufacturingIndustryFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)WhereOrangeContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEvalee TorresJob ReferenceJN-082026-7087434
