Plant Manager

Perdue Foods

Milford, DE, US
On-site
Safety and risk management
Food safety, quality standards
Production oversight
The Plant Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for departments within the manufacturing facility, accountable for achieving multiple department goals in safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and associate development

Job Summary

  • The Plant Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for departments within the manufacturing facility, accountable for achieving multiple department goals in safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and associate development.
  • This role emphasizes building a high-performance culture, developing future leaders, and ensuring operational excellence across all levels of the organization.
  • We are dedicated to creating a supportive, inclusive environment where associates feel valued and inspired to make an impact, both within the company and in the communities we serve.

Matching Summary

The Plant Manager provides strategic and operational leadership for departments within the manufacturing facility, accountable for achieving multiple department goals in safety, quality, productivity, cost control, and associate development.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Safety and Risk Management
  • Food safety, Quality Standards
  • Production Oversight
  • Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma
  • Environmental Compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork, integrity, and respect
  • Supportive, inclusive environment
  • Forward-thinking mindset
  • Building a high-performance culture

Key Requirements

  • Minimum 5-7 years manufacturing experience
  • Minimum 4-6 years supervisory/leadership experience
  • Bachelor's/Associate's degree with 3-5 years manufacturing experience
  • Proven track record leading cross-functional teams
  • Expertise in ERP systems
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Work Rights

Not specified

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