Manufacturing Operations Manager - 3rd Shift

The role

This person will oversee daily operations across production, maintenance, sanitation, and distribution functions. They will partner with leadership to execute strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and build a high-performing team.

What you will do

• Direct daily operations across production, maintenance, sanitation, and distribution functions
• Ensure seamless execution of manufacturing plans, schedules, and performance targets
• Lead cross-functional coordination to meet safety, quality, and efficiency standards
• Partner with leadership to shape and execute operational strategies
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, including lean manufacturing practices
• Analyze performance metrics, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions
• Build, coach, and develop a strong leadership bench within the facility
• Foster a collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on accountability and results
• Oversee hiring, onboarding, and ongoing employee development
• Translate business needs into actionable production and resource plans

Required qualifications

• High school diploma
• 7+ year of proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated success building and leading team-based organizations
• Solid background in lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong knowledge of packaging operations and production workflows
• Effective communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools
• Regular presence in production areas, including cold, wet, humid, and noisy environments
• Ability to walk production floors, climb ladders and stairs, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear

Nice to have

• degree in Engineering, Operations, or related discipline
• food or CPG experience
• Bilingual (Spanish and/or Portuguese)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage
• Pet Insurance
• Wellness Plan and Gym Reimbursement
• Employee Tuition Reimbursement
• College Scholarship for dependents
• Bonus Program Available to Our Salary and Hourly Employees
• Generous 401k Company Match
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Company-Sponsored Life Insurance Coverage
• Relocation Assistance
• Employee Bonus Referral Program
• Community Impact Opportunities

Before you apply

• Recruiter phone screen followed by interviews with key team members
• Home Market Foods will not sponsor applicants for employment authorization for the following work visas: STEM OPT EAD, H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, O-1, J-1, or TN

About the company

Home Market Foods champions equal opportunities for all. They are committed to a fair and inclusive workplace.