Processing Manager- Afic@mco

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Food processing operations
Food safety compliance
Production scheduling
** The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Processing Manager for its Arkansas Food Innovation Center, responsible for overseeing food processing operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and supporting client development. The ideal candidate will have a background in food science or engineering, along with experience in food processing and quality control. **

Job Summary

  • The Processing Manager will lead production operations, supervise processing staff, maintain regulatory compliance, and support client development efforts that advance the mission of AFIC@MCO and the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture.
  • The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance.
  • This position plays a critical leadership role in ensuring operational excellence, food safety compliance, customer satisfaction, and business growth.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Processing Manager for its Arkansas Food Innovation Center, responsible for overseeing food processing operations, ensuring compliance with food safety standards, and supporting client development. The ideal candidate will have a background in food science or engineering, along with experience in food processing and quality control. **

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits Eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • food processing operations
  • food safety compliance
  • production scheduling
  • client billing
  • inventory management

Nice-to-have

  • work-life balance
  • collaborative environment
  • customer service orientation
  • entrepreneurial workshops

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Engineering, or related field and 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Master's degree in a related field with 2+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Working knowledge of food processing, quality control, and food safety systems (HACCP, GMP, etc.)
  • HACCP, PCQI, BPCS, and ServSafe certifications
  • Plant floor production experience in food manufacturing

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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